Artist run collective in the pre Alps - Altopiano della Vigolana, Italy

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  Description

  Our project was born on the day of the epiphany and is run by the collective of artist-researchers.
  
  Here is where one can stay in deep listening and resonate with life in all its forms. We explore generative alternatives to dominant systems of oppression through creative reciprocity, openness, and radical kindness. We embody a conscious mycelium choosing to become an interconnected part of a decentralised multiplicity.
  
  THE SPACE
  It is situated in Northern Italy is situated in Northern Italy (Vigolo Vattaro, Trentino-Alto Adige). Its cross-shaped structure is aligned with the four cardinal directions; the ceiling is made of mandala-like arches typical of the 1400s local architecture. Spreading its vertical wings on two floors, 150 square meters each. It accommodates up to 20 people in shared rooms with 4 bathrooms and 2 showers and has several rooms for every need.
  
  THE PARK
  The park hosts its 9000 sqm, secular trees and is a haven for wild creatures.
  
  ABOUT THE KITCHEN
  The kitchen is a place of the symbiocene, nurtured and made beautiful by cooperation and inspiration. The way we nourish our life resembles our relation to the environment, taking us outside and beyond the anthropocentric and capitalist production of our everyday realities. Continuously evolving, seeking ways to encourage symbiotic relationships, receiving and giving in an equilibrium. We cook from organic farm grows, gather wild herbs, grow both milk and water kefir and source locally as much as possible, we also created a permaculture garden and made our own woodfire oven.
  
  SAFER SPACES POLICY & ACCESSIBILITY
  The place wishes to be a kind microcosm where the creatures who enter it are welcomed to feel free to open up and externalise their authenticity. We wish our spaces to be inclusive and supportive of all creatures with particular care for women (trans, intersex, and cis) and all non-binary, agender, and gender-variant people.
  
  Self-definition is at the sole discretion of the individual. Discrimination towards marginalized people does not belong in our space. Most of our events are on the ground floor, hence they are accessible to people with mobility limitations. If a differently-abled person wishes to reach places that are less accessible it will be our core group's responsibility to make it happen smoothly.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  - The Palazzo is seated among the Vigolana mountains, in a village of around 2000 inhabitants. Learn about a special authentic rural part of Italy.
  
  - Immersion in the world of performing arts: theater, dance, singing, site-specific performances, etc.;
  
  - Assisting in the process of organizing and running a young nonprofit organisation;
  
  - Connecting with the international audiences who pass through the Palazzo and getting to know the local community;
  
  - Inclusion of all genders, colours, and identities, for coexistence based on respect and radical kindness.
  WE DO NOT TOLERATE ANY DISCRIMINATORY, OFFENSIVE, OR VIOLENT BEHAVIOR.

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  Help

  We are looking for help with gardening, general maintenance, DIY projects (like silk screening print, photo, filming, and graphic design), creating and cooking meals for the collective.
  You will always be free to express yourself, in accordance with the needs of the team.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Italian: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  French: Intermediate
  Hindi: Intermediate
  Bengali (Bangla): Beginner

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  Accommodation

  Shared rooms are available or you can come with your tent and sleep in the park under the stars surrounded by old trees. Volunteers will eat 3 meals daily with us, mostly vegan organic, and local food.

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  What else ...

  The place is at the center of a small village, accessible by a 25min bus ride from Trento. We encourage people to use car-sharing or public transport when arriving. We wish to respect the local environment and avoid overwhelming neighboring beings.
  
  Natural surroundings within 10 km: Vigolana mountain range, Cima Marzola, Levico, and Caldonazzo lakes, walkable restaurants with affordable prices and special discounts for volunteers.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Dedicated space for vans and campers within the property is limited to 1 or 2 places, depending on the size of the vehicle and the present ongoing activities. The village of Vigolo Vattaro has ample parking spaces where you can stay for free just a few meters from the Palazza.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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