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NapoliDakar: A Path to Employment

A Neapolitan youth employment initiative combines vocational training with participation in the Dakar 2025 rally, offering valuable skills and experience.

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Labour MarketEmploymentDocumentaryYouthTrainingRally

Altra Napoli EfFondazione Alberto E Franca RivaStudio Legale LipaniR TeamAudiovisual Napoli Hub

Ernesto AlbaneseAntonio RivaPasquale CalemmeDamiano LipaniRenato Rickler

What are the two main training streams offered?: The project offers dual training streams: mechatronics for the automotive sector and audiovisual production. This approach creates highly skilled professionals in in-demand fields, enhancing employment opportunities.
What is the main goal of the NapoliDakar project?: NapoliDakar is a project offering vocational training and job placement to disadvantaged Neapolitan youth. The program culminates in participation in the Dakar 2025 rally, providing participants with valuable experience and skills.
Which organizations are key collaborators in this project?: Key collaborators include Altra Napoli EF, Fondazione Alberto e Franca Riva, Studio Legale Lipani, R TEAM, Scuola del Fare, and Audiovisual Napoli Hub. Their combined expertise and resources facilitate the project's success.
How will the young participants be involved in the Dakar rally?: Two young mechanics will work with the Dakar team, and two videographers will document the experience. This hands-on approach ensures practical application of learned skills and valuable real-world exposure.
What is the broader impact of the project beyond individual participants?: The project aims to empower disadvantaged youth, providing them with valuable skills and opportunities, which in turn benefits their communities. The Dakar rally serves as a powerful symbol of achievement and personal growth.

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