"From Piazza Magione, soaring above the barriers, flying over Palermo" captures both the need and the desire to shift perspective—to rise beyond the boundaries of a space that is a source of pride and joy, yet can sometimes feel like a maze with no exit for the youth...
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Studio Mud joins the anti-racket critical consumption network “I Pay Those Who Don’t Pay.”
When you step into a ceramics studio, one scene immediately springs to mind—the most romantic moment in cinema history: Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze at the pottery wheel in Ghost. Who hasn’t dreamed, at least once, of recreating that scene or simply trying their hand...
The verdict of the Octopus trial was upheld on appeal, where the victims from Bagheria stood up with the help of Addiopizzo.
The conviction handed down in the first instance of the Octopus trial has been upheld on appeal, in which many of the defendants accused of extortion aggravated by mafia methods were convicted, and where some shopkeepers had pressed charges with the support of our...
On International Women’s Day, the story of Nicoletta, who, together with her brother Giorgio, stood up against abuse and extortion.
The story of Addiopizzo goes hand in hand with the story of the Scimeca siblings, entrepreneurs from Caccamo, a small medieval village in the province of Palermo. Giorgio and Nicoletta are bound by a deep bond and two complementary personalities. We often hear more...
The story of Francesco and Daniele, who gave life to Dolce Rosso Pizza and said no to extortion and abuse
Many talented Sicilians move to the north or abroad to pursue their education and build their future, but when they return—often for love—they are full of ideas and creativity that make our land more beautiful. This is the case of Francesco Aquilino and Daniele...
Addiopizzo unveils the new critical consumption app: ‘PAGO CHI NON PAGA’ (I Pay Those Who Don’t Pay)
On January 10, 1991, Libero Grassi denounced his extortionists in an open letter titled “Dear Extortionist,” published in theGiornale di Sicilia. Thirty-four years later, while some still succumb to paying protection money, the choice to report such crimes is...
Educational support for children in Kalsa at the Addiopizzo headquarters
Since October, Addiopizzo has started school support activities at its headquarters aimed at boys and girls in the Kalsa neighborhood. Over time, the confiscated property on Via Lincoln, where the Association's headquarters are located, has not only served as a place...
After the arson at the beach establishment and its reconstruction, the trial begins with Addiopizzo joining the extortion victim as a civil party
A few months after the arrests, the trial of 26 individuals accused of belonging to the Trabia mafia clan, in the province of Palermo, began today before the preliminary hearing judge at the Palermo court. The charges brought against them include, among others, mafia...
Blitz in the province of Palermo. The courage of those who denounced with the support of Addiopizzo
Last July, we came into contact with a merchant from the province of Palermo who had long been a victim of extortion in his business activities. Once again, we supported and guided someone who, in the Palermo hinterland, found the strength and courage to stand up to...
Free medical check-ups for children and teenagers participating in inclusion activities in the ‘Kalsa’ neighborhood with Addiopizzo
Sports are a right for everyone, but it's equally important to ensure that those who participate can do so safely, with access to mandatory medical check-ups. For this reason, alongside the launch of social inclusion activities and efforts to combat educational...
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From Piazza Magione, soaring above the barriers, flying over Palermo.
"From Piazza Magione, soaring above the barriers, flying over Palermo" captures both the need and the desire to shift...
Studio Mud joins the anti-racket critical consumption network “I Pay Those Who Don’t Pay.”
When you step into a ceramics studio, one scene immediately springs to mind—the most romantic moment in cinema...
The verdict of the Octopus trial was upheld on appeal, where the victims from Bagheria stood up with the help of Addiopizzo.
The conviction handed down in the first instance of the Octopus trial has been upheld on appeal, in which many of the...
In memory of Mario Bignone on his birthday
On April 13th, on what would have been his fifty-ninth birthday, we will remember Mario Bignone. The gathering will...
Another Year of Achievements with VBT and Country Walkers
As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with gratitude for the generous support of the tour operators VBT...
The activists of Addiopizzo are back on the streets of Palermo with a new message
"Attacchinaggi" ("poster-sticking actions") is how we have referred to our repeated semi-clandestine nocturnal...
Global Village: Addiopizzo, the grassroots anti-Mafia movement in Palermo, Sicily
Fonte: Stuff.co.nz
From market traders to restaurant owners and shopkeepers, around 80 per cent of the city’s small businesses have traditionally paid protection money – known as ‘pizzo’ in local Palermo slang – to the local Mafia.
