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White Bench Memorial for Road Safety in Milan

A white bench memorializing road accident victims is inaugurated in Milan, part of a nationwide initiative promoting road safety.

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HealthCommunityRoad SafetyMemorialAwarenessAccident Prevention

Italian Association Of Road Accident Victims (Aivis)Municipality Of MilanMilan State University

Marco GranelliManuela BarbarossaGiuseppe BellancaGregorio Mancini

When will the bench be inaugurated, and who will attend?: The bench will be inaugurated on November 17th, coinciding with the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The event will include local officials and representatives from Aivis.
Where is the white bench located, and what is its purpose?: A white bench has been placed in Largo Richini, in front of Milan's State University, to remember road accident victims. A plaque will be added to commemorate those who lost their lives while walking or cycling.
Who painted the bench, and what is the significance of the color white?: Gregorio Mancini, known as Greg, painted the bench white, symbolizing remembrance and reflection on road safety. His involvement highlights the collective and personal nature of this initiative.
What organization is behind this initiative, and what is its broader goal?: The initiative is part of a larger project by the Italian Association of Road Accident Victims (Aivis), which aims to raise awareness about road safety. The bench serves as a memorial and a reminder of the importance of road safety.
What is the intended audience for this initiative, and why was the location chosen?: The project aims to raise awareness and promote road safety among young people by placing the bench outside the university, a location frequented by many students.

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