Le diversità e il linguaggio: tra inclusione e lotta allo stigma – Parole per dirlo

10:30 AM
Il linguaggio delle diversità culturali
Perspectives for Inclusive Communication
Research study promoted by Rai Per la Sostenibilità – ESG, curated by Rai Ufficio Studi and published by Rai Libri

With the participation of:
Valerio de Cesaris – Rector, Università per Stranieri di Perugia
Raymond Siebetcheu – Università per Stranieri di Siena, co-author of the book
Alice Orrù – CNR-ILIESI, co-author of the book
Lorenzo Giovannetti – CNR-ILIESI, co-author of the book
Giovanni Parapini – Director, Sede Regionale per l’Umbria

Moderator: Mehret Tewolde Weldemicael – Vicepresidente, Associazione Le Réseau

The book focuses on the importance of language as a tool for intercultural dialogue, inclusion, social cohesion, and civic growth. It explores the linguistic diversity present in our country, featuring contributions from communication experts, university professors, and representatives from sector associations.
Promoting linguistic inclusiveness as a foundation for civic, civil, and cultural development is a mission embedded in the DNA of public service media.
The volume was developed within the framework of the Tavolo Rai per l’inclusione culturale, coordinated by Rai Per la Sostenibilità – ESG, a permanent platform for dialogue between the public service broadcaster and associations active in the field of cultural and ethnic diversity.

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11:30 AM
Vademecum - Informare sulla Salute Mentale
A project conceived by the Direzione Rai Per la Sostenibilità – ESG within the Festival RO.MENS, dedicated to the theme of mental health

Handbook produced in collaboration with the Ordine dei Giornalisti and the Dipartimento di Salute Mentale ASL Roma 2

With the participation of:
Emanuele Caroppo – National and international project and research coordinator, Dipartimento di Salute Mentale ASL Roma 2, co-author of the book
Silvia Ferreri – Rai journalist, author of the Rai Radio 1 podcast Sotto - Questa lotta ci riguarda
Sara Cortese – Testimonial

Moderator: Daniela de Robert – Consigliera Nazionale, Ordine dei Giornalisti

This project was initiated by the Direzione Rai Per la Sostenibilità – ESG as part of RO.MENS, the festival focused on mental health held annually in Rome since 2022.
The handbook, created in collaboration with the Ordine dei Giornalisti and the Dipartimento di Salute Mentale ASL Roma 2, aims to combat stigmatization through balanced and informed storytelling, treating mental disorders with responsibility, impartiality, and respect.

In our society, the media play a key role in shaping public opinion and individual attitudes. This role can be a positive force in overcoming prejudice and stigma in a complex area such as mental health.
Television, print media, social media, radio, and blogs can help promote the rights and protect the dignity of people with mental health conditions, debunk harmful myths, and counter entrenched prejudices that lead to social exclusion and make it harder to ask for help.

In this perspective, a strategic alliance between mental health professionals and media professionals is essential to promote understanding and contribute to the creation of a truly inclusive culture.