"Refugee Bear Project" at the Leonardo Building
Lobby TODAY from 11:30 to 14:00
The Associazione Italo Americana FVG / American Corner
Trieste, thanks also to the support of the US Embassy to
Italy, has been working with Refugees for the past three
years. Initially Life Skills English Classes were taught to
Refugees. Since May 2018, the Refugee Bear Project was
established to promote entrepreneurship and integration with
the Refugees and showcase talent.
The original bear was designed by Azim & Abbas, as a symbol of love and security.
This simple idea to help two expert tailors (refugees from Afghanistan) has now expanded into a volunteer-run weekly sewing workshop for new refugees and members of the community.
The project is supported by volunteers who share their expertise in graphics, marketing, communications and language training. The American Corner Trieste provides space and equipment. All other materials for the bears are donated by the public.
Over 100 unique bears have been produced and make
fantastic presents for both young and old and help support the
local refugee community.
A few tailors will be present at the Leonardo Building
Lobby TODAY, from 11:30 to 14:00, to showcase their work.
Bears will also be available for purchase.
Thank you for your kind attention