Regaining a sense of belonging
Ben-Essere Bernareggio
Four new initiatives to meet the needs of care, growth, and development of the community
Ben-Essere Bernareggio redefines the relationship between people and places in the community of Bernareggio. The project fosters social connections, promotes inclusive activities, and champions well-being in the community. Rooted in a vision of holistic well-being, it offers a model for healthier, happier, and more connected communities.
Italy
Local
Bernareggio (MB)
Mainly urban
It refers to other types of transformations (soft investment)
Yes
2024-12-31
No
No
No
As a representative of an organisation
Ben-Essere Bernareggio redefines community spaces for well-being and inclusion. The project is a pioneering initiative that reimagines the role of public spaces as hubs for community care, social inclusion and sustainable development. By focusing on holistic well-being, the project strengthens connections between people and their environment while fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose. It revitalizes key locations transforming them into vibrant spaces dedicated to community services. These spaces become centers for growth, socialization and engagement, enhancing the daily lives of residents.
Target beneficiaries:
- Families and children: access to supportive spaces and services for care, education and development
- Seniors: opportunities for social interaction and health-promoting activities
- Youth: creative and inclusive environments for personal and social expression
- The entire Community: improved urban spaces fostering social cohesion
Specific Objectives
- Redefine public spaces: transform existing venues into welcoming hubs for inclusive activities and services
- Foster social connections: create opportunities for residents to meet, share experiences and build relationships
- Promote well-being: offer initiatives supporting physical, emotional, and social health
- Support lifelong learning: deliver educational and recreational programs for all age groups
Achieved Outcomes
- Revitalized community spaces: key venues now serve as functional, vibrant hubs for social and cultural activities
- Enhanced community services: introduction of four new key initiatives
- Strengthened social cohesion: Increased connections and support among residents
Ben-Essere Bernareggio demonstrates how reimagining public spaces as community-centered hubs can promote well-being, inclusion, and sustainability. It serves as an exemplary model for municipalities seeking innovative solutions for urban revitalization and social growth.
Target beneficiaries:
- Families and children: access to supportive spaces and services for care, education and development
- Seniors: opportunities for social interaction and health-promoting activities
- Youth: creative and inclusive environments for personal and social expression
- The entire Community: improved urban spaces fostering social cohesion
Specific Objectives
- Redefine public spaces: transform existing venues into welcoming hubs for inclusive activities and services
- Foster social connections: create opportunities for residents to meet, share experiences and build relationships
- Promote well-being: offer initiatives supporting physical, emotional, and social health
- Support lifelong learning: deliver educational and recreational programs for all age groups
Achieved Outcomes
- Revitalized community spaces: key venues now serve as functional, vibrant hubs for social and cultural activities
- Enhanced community services: introduction of four new key initiatives
- Strengthened social cohesion: Increased connections and support among residents
Ben-Essere Bernareggio demonstrates how reimagining public spaces as community-centered hubs can promote well-being, inclusion, and sustainability. It serves as an exemplary model for municipalities seeking innovative solutions for urban revitalization and social growth.
Community
Sustainability
Inclusion
Growth
Care
Key Objectives
The project aims to foster social sustainability by integrating care services with inclusive community spaces.
Its goals include:
1. Social inclusion and well-being: ensuring equal access to services that support personal development, mental health, and family well-being
3. Resource efficiency: optimizing local resources by collaborating with community partners to deliver impactful services without unnecessary costs
How these objectives have been met
- Accessible care services: the four core services (Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, Liberamente, Famiglia in Progress) address the diverse needs of families, parents, and individuals, fostering healthier and more socially connected communities
- Collaborative model: partnerships with "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" have maximized local expertise and shared resources, creating a model of cooperation that reduces duplication and enhances service delivery
- Awareness and education: community events and workshops promote sustainable living practices and wellness-focused lifestyles.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio stands as a replicable model for municipalities aiming to combine well-being services with community growth. Its focus on sustainability demonstrates how cities can build resilient and thriving communities.
The project aims to foster social sustainability by integrating care services with inclusive community spaces.
Its goals include:
1. Social inclusion and well-being: ensuring equal access to services that support personal development, mental health, and family well-being
3. Resource efficiency: optimizing local resources by collaborating with community partners to deliver impactful services without unnecessary costs
How these objectives have been met
- Accessible care services: the four core services (Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, Liberamente, Famiglia in Progress) address the diverse needs of families, parents, and individuals, fostering healthier and more socially connected communities
- Collaborative model: partnerships with "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" have maximized local expertise and shared resources, creating a model of cooperation that reduces duplication and enhances service delivery
- Awareness and education: community events and workshops promote sustainable living practices and wellness-focused lifestyles.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio stands as a replicable model for municipalities aiming to combine well-being services with community growth. Its focus on sustainability demonstrates how cities can build resilient and thriving communities.
Key objectives of Ben-Essere Bernareggio:
Ben-Essere Bernareggio aims to enhance the aesthetic and experiential quality of life for residents by promoting well-designed spaces, fostering cultural connections and delivering meaningful social interactions.
The key objectives include:
1. Cultural enrichment by providing opportunities for educational and cultural engagement, strengthening the sense of belonging and collective identity
2. User-centered design by living spaces and services that prioritize accessibility, comfort, and inclusivity for all community members
How these objectives have been met:
- Revitalized public spaces: Ben-Essere Bernareggio has created environments where residents can gather, engage, and connect
- Cultural and educational initiatives: programs such as Adesso Genitori, Liberamente, and Famiglia in Progress offer educational workshops, cultural events and support services that enrich participants' knowledge and foster cultural dialogue
- Inclusive Design: spaces and services are accessible to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive experience that values diversity and community engagement
- Holistic User Experience: activities emphasizes physical, emotional and cultural well-being, creating meaningful experiences for participants.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio showcases how thoughtful design and cultural programming can elevate urban spaces, making them vibrant centers of life and connection. Its user-focused, aesthetically appealing, and culturally rich approach provides a replicable model for other communities seeking to enhance quality of life through design and culture.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio aims to enhance the aesthetic and experiential quality of life for residents by promoting well-designed spaces, fostering cultural connections and delivering meaningful social interactions.
The key objectives include:
1. Cultural enrichment by providing opportunities for educational and cultural engagement, strengthening the sense of belonging and collective identity
2. User-centered design by living spaces and services that prioritize accessibility, comfort, and inclusivity for all community members
How these objectives have been met:
- Revitalized public spaces: Ben-Essere Bernareggio has created environments where residents can gather, engage, and connect
- Cultural and educational initiatives: programs such as Adesso Genitori, Liberamente, and Famiglia in Progress offer educational workshops, cultural events and support services that enrich participants' knowledge and foster cultural dialogue
- Inclusive Design: spaces and services are accessible to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive experience that values diversity and community engagement
- Holistic User Experience: activities emphasizes physical, emotional and cultural well-being, creating meaningful experiences for participants.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio showcases how thoughtful design and cultural programming can elevate urban spaces, making them vibrant centers of life and connection. Its user-focused, aesthetically appealing, and culturally rich approach provides a replicable model for other communities seeking to enhance quality of life through design and culture.
Key objectives
Ben-Essere Bernareggio prioritizes creating an inclusive environment where all community members can thrive regardless of age, background or social status.
Its key objectives include:
1. Accessibility for all: ensuring physical and digital access to spaces, activities, and services, breaking down barriers for people with disabilities or other challenges
2. Affordability: providing free or low-cost services to ensure inclusivity regardless of economic status
3. Inclusive governance: fostering collaborative partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders to co-create services that meet diverse needs
4. Empowerment and participation: encouraging active participation of community members in shaping services and initiatives.
How these objectives have been met:
- Accessible spaces
- Affordable services: Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, Liberamente and Famiglia in Progress are accessible to the entire community without financial burdens
- Co-Governance: collaboration with local partners like Sviluppo e Integrazione and La Fucina has enabled the community to have a voice in shaping services and activities
- User-friendly design: services are structured to accommodate a wide range of users, including children, families, young adults, and seniors
- Empowering community engagement: workshops, counseling sessions and interactive activities empower individuals to engage actively in the community, build connections, and foster personal growth.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio stands as a replicable model for municipalities aiming to promote inclusive well-being. Its commitment to affordability, accessible design, participatory governance, and holistic care demonstrates how inclusive societal models can strengthen community cohesion and resilience.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio prioritizes creating an inclusive environment where all community members can thrive regardless of age, background or social status.
Its key objectives include:
1. Accessibility for all: ensuring physical and digital access to spaces, activities, and services, breaking down barriers for people with disabilities or other challenges
2. Affordability: providing free or low-cost services to ensure inclusivity regardless of economic status
3. Inclusive governance: fostering collaborative partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders to co-create services that meet diverse needs
4. Empowerment and participation: encouraging active participation of community members in shaping services and initiatives.
How these objectives have been met:
- Accessible spaces
- Affordable services: Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, Liberamente and Famiglia in Progress are accessible to the entire community without financial burdens
- Co-Governance: collaboration with local partners like Sviluppo e Integrazione and La Fucina has enabled the community to have a voice in shaping services and activities
- User-friendly design: services are structured to accommodate a wide range of users, including children, families, young adults, and seniors
- Empowering community engagement: workshops, counseling sessions and interactive activities empower individuals to engage actively in the community, build connections, and foster personal growth.
Exemplary Elements
Ben-Essere Bernareggio stands as a replicable model for municipalities aiming to promote inclusive well-being. Its commitment to affordability, accessible design, participatory governance, and holistic care demonstrates how inclusive societal models can strengthen community cohesion and resilience.
Active community participation: Ben-Essere Bernareggio was designed with a strong focus on community engagement, inviting citizens and civil society organizations to play an active role in shaping the project, its services, and activities. This participatory approach has been a key driver of its success and sustainability.
Roles and levels of involvement
1. Local families, parents, and educators were invited to participate in initial consultation sessions, identifying key needs and priorities for the community. Their input shaped the development of services such as Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, and Liberamente
2. Collaborations with "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" ensured a wide range of expertise in delivering educational, psychological and social support programs
3. Community members volunteered in the organization of events and workshops, contributing to logistical support and activity facilitation
4. Regular feedback from participants has been actively collected and integrated into service adjustments, improving program delivery and engagement strategies.
Impact of Citizen Involvement
- Tailored services: community involvement ensured that the services offered were directly aligned with the needs and expectations of residents, making them more impactful and relevant
- Increased sense of belonging: the participatory process strengthened social cohesion by fostering a sense of ownership and shared responsibility for the project
- Empowered community: engagement opportunities allowed residents to take on active roles, gaining new skills and becoming advocates for positive social change
- Sustainable development: the collaborative governance model established strong partnerships and civic engagement practices, laying the groundwork for the project's long-term sustainability.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio exemplifies how meaningful citizen and civil society involvement can create more responsive, inclusive, and impactful community projects.
Roles and levels of involvement
1. Local families, parents, and educators were invited to participate in initial consultation sessions, identifying key needs and priorities for the community. Their input shaped the development of services such as Spazio BeBè, Adesso Genitori, and Liberamente
2. Collaborations with "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" ensured a wide range of expertise in delivering educational, psychological and social support programs
3. Community members volunteered in the organization of events and workshops, contributing to logistical support and activity facilitation
4. Regular feedback from participants has been actively collected and integrated into service adjustments, improving program delivery and engagement strategies.
Impact of Citizen Involvement
- Tailored services: community involvement ensured that the services offered were directly aligned with the needs and expectations of residents, making them more impactful and relevant
- Increased sense of belonging: the participatory process strengthened social cohesion by fostering a sense of ownership and shared responsibility for the project
- Empowered community: engagement opportunities allowed residents to take on active roles, gaining new skills and becoming advocates for positive social change
- Sustainable development: the collaborative governance model established strong partnerships and civic engagement practices, laying the groundwork for the project's long-term sustainability.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio exemplifies how meaningful citizen and civil society involvement can create more responsive, inclusive, and impactful community projects.
Local Stakeholders
1. Municipality of Bernareggio: as the project lead, the Municipality played a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and funding the initiative. It provided strategic direction and ensured alignment with community needs
2. Civil society organizations (Sviluppo e Integrazione, La Fucina): these local partners co-designed and implemented key services, bringing expertise in education, social welfare, and psychological support. Their involvement ensured high-quality services tailored to diverse community needs
3. Community organizations: collaboration with local associations like Pro Loco Bernareggio, Associazione Genitori and Mondo a Colori has been key. These organizations contributed volunteers to support various activities, enhancing the community-driven nature of the project
4. Citizens and volunteers: residents contributed through consultations, feedback sessions, and participation in project activities. Their input was essential for shaping service design and fostering community ownership
Regional Stakeholders
1. Educational institutions: schools in the surrounding areas supported family and parenting programs by promoting participation and collaborating on educational content
2. Local Health and social services: health professionals and social workers contributed to the Liberamente counseling service, offering expertise on mental health and personal well-being
Added Value of Stakeholder Engagement
- Diverse expertise: collaboration with stakeholders at multiple levels brought a variety of perspectives, leading to more innovative and effective solutions.
- Enhanced sustainability: partnerships ensured resource efficiency and long-term project viability
- Increased social cohesion: strong local involvement strengthened the community fabric and empowered residents to take ownership of their well-being.
This multilevel, inclusive approach made Ben-Essere Bernareggio a dynamic, innovative, and impactful project for the community.
1. Municipality of Bernareggio: as the project lead, the Municipality played a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and funding the initiative. It provided strategic direction and ensured alignment with community needs
2. Civil society organizations (Sviluppo e Integrazione, La Fucina): these local partners co-designed and implemented key services, bringing expertise in education, social welfare, and psychological support. Their involvement ensured high-quality services tailored to diverse community needs
3. Community organizations: collaboration with local associations like Pro Loco Bernareggio, Associazione Genitori and Mondo a Colori has been key. These organizations contributed volunteers to support various activities, enhancing the community-driven nature of the project
4. Citizens and volunteers: residents contributed through consultations, feedback sessions, and participation in project activities. Their input was essential for shaping service design and fostering community ownership
Regional Stakeholders
1. Educational institutions: schools in the surrounding areas supported family and parenting programs by promoting participation and collaborating on educational content
2. Local Health and social services: health professionals and social workers contributed to the Liberamente counseling service, offering expertise on mental health and personal well-being
Added Value of Stakeholder Engagement
- Diverse expertise: collaboration with stakeholders at multiple levels brought a variety of perspectives, leading to more innovative and effective solutions.
- Enhanced sustainability: partnerships ensured resource efficiency and long-term project viability
- Increased social cohesion: strong local involvement strengthened the community fabric and empowered residents to take ownership of their well-being.
This multilevel, inclusive approach made Ben-Essere Bernareggio a dynamic, innovative, and impactful project for the community.
Key disciplines and knowledge fields involved
1. Social and community welfare: experts in social services designed inclusive support programs for families, individuals, and vulnerable groups
2. Psychology and mental health: mental health professionals contributed to the development of Liberamente, a counseling service aimed at fostering individual well-being
3. Education and pedagogy: educators and parenting experts collaborated on Adesso Genitori and Spazio BeBè to offer guidance on early childhood development and family dynamics
4. Cultural engagement: experts in cultural programming curated workshops and events to strengthen social bonds and promote creative expression
5. Public Administration: local governance representatives ensured compliance with legal frameworks, project coordination, and resource allocation
Interaction between disciplines
- Collaborative workshops: regular meetings between social workers, educators, psychologists, and urban planners facilitated knowledge sharing and interdisciplinary problem-solving
- Co-design sessions: stakeholders jointly developed service frameworks and implementation strategies, integrating diverse perspectives for holistic solutions
- Feedback loops: continuous input from citizens and experts enabled real-time adjustments to programs
Added value of the multidisciplinary process
- Holistic solutions: the blending of fields ensured comprehensive services addressing social, psychological and educational needs
- Innovative practices: cross-disciplinary collaboration led to creative and impactful initiatives
- Efficient resource use: synergies between professionals optimized resource allocation and service delivery
- Empowered community: the integration of diverse knowledge fields strengthened community resilience and engagement, fostering a sense of collective care.
This interdisciplinary approach allowed Ben-Essere Bernareggio to deliver a well-rounded and innovative model of community well-being.
1. Social and community welfare: experts in social services designed inclusive support programs for families, individuals, and vulnerable groups
2. Psychology and mental health: mental health professionals contributed to the development of Liberamente, a counseling service aimed at fostering individual well-being
3. Education and pedagogy: educators and parenting experts collaborated on Adesso Genitori and Spazio BeBè to offer guidance on early childhood development and family dynamics
4. Cultural engagement: experts in cultural programming curated workshops and events to strengthen social bonds and promote creative expression
5. Public Administration: local governance representatives ensured compliance with legal frameworks, project coordination, and resource allocation
Interaction between disciplines
- Collaborative workshops: regular meetings between social workers, educators, psychologists, and urban planners facilitated knowledge sharing and interdisciplinary problem-solving
- Co-design sessions: stakeholders jointly developed service frameworks and implementation strategies, integrating diverse perspectives for holistic solutions
- Feedback loops: continuous input from citizens and experts enabled real-time adjustments to programs
Added value of the multidisciplinary process
- Holistic solutions: the blending of fields ensured comprehensive services addressing social, psychological and educational needs
- Innovative practices: cross-disciplinary collaboration led to creative and impactful initiatives
- Efficient resource use: synergies between professionals optimized resource allocation and service delivery
- Empowered community: the integration of diverse knowledge fields strengthened community resilience and engagement, fostering a sense of collective care.
This interdisciplinary approach allowed Ben-Essere Bernareggio to deliver a well-rounded and innovative model of community well-being.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio stands out as a groundbreaking project that challenges conventional approaches to community development and well-being by integrating public space redefinition, holistic service design and inclusive governance. Unlike mainstream actions that often focus on isolated interventions, this initiative delivers a cohesive and people-centered model for social, cultural and environmental growth.
Key Innovations:
1. Redefinition of public spaces as hubs for well-being
- Transformation of traditional venues into dynamic, multifunctional spaces designed for socialization, education, and well-being
- The integration of green spaces and cultural environments into daily community life promotes environmental sustainability alongside social engagement
2. Holistic and inclusive service model
- Four distinct yet interconnected services address diverse community needs: Spazio BeBè, support for new and expecting parents, focusing on early childhood care; Adesso Genitori, guidance and support for parenting challenges; Liberamente, counseling services for mental well-being, available to all adults; Famiglia in Progress, educational meetings for couples planning marriage, cohabitation or civil unions
- This comprehensive framework goes beyond mainstream segmented social services by fostering lifelong development and care
3. Citizen Co-Design and participatory governance
- Active involvement of residents in shaping and improving services ensures that community voices are integral to decision-making processes
- Partnerships with civil society organizations such as "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" enhance the project’s responsiveness and effectiveness
4. Cross-Generational Engagement
- Programs designed to connect generations, promoting knowledge transfer, empathy and social cohesion across different age groups
5. Sustainability as a Core Value
Emphasis on the preservation and revitalization of green areas
Key Innovations:
1. Redefinition of public spaces as hubs for well-being
- Transformation of traditional venues into dynamic, multifunctional spaces designed for socialization, education, and well-being
- The integration of green spaces and cultural environments into daily community life promotes environmental sustainability alongside social engagement
2. Holistic and inclusive service model
- Four distinct yet interconnected services address diverse community needs: Spazio BeBè, support for new and expecting parents, focusing on early childhood care; Adesso Genitori, guidance and support for parenting challenges; Liberamente, counseling services for mental well-being, available to all adults; Famiglia in Progress, educational meetings for couples planning marriage, cohabitation or civil unions
- This comprehensive framework goes beyond mainstream segmented social services by fostering lifelong development and care
3. Citizen Co-Design and participatory governance
- Active involvement of residents in shaping and improving services ensures that community voices are integral to decision-making processes
- Partnerships with civil society organizations such as "Sviluppo e Integrazione" and "La Fucina" enhance the project’s responsiveness and effectiveness
4. Cross-Generational Engagement
- Programs designed to connect generations, promoting knowledge transfer, empathy and social cohesion across different age groups
5. Sustainability as a Core Value
Emphasis on the preservation and revitalization of green areas
Ben-Essere Bernareggio follows a community-centered, holistic, and participatory methodology, integrating diverse stakeholders and disciplines to address well-being, social inclusion, and sustainability.
Community-centered design
The project began with consultations and feedback from residents, ensuring the services met the needs of families, seniors, and young people. Local partners co-designed services with the Municipality, ensuring relevance and alignment with community values. Participatory workshops and open forums involved organizations and citizens in shaping activities and public spaces, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility.
Holistic service delivery
Ben-Essere Bernareggio offers integrated services that span across all stages of life, providing care, support and personal development. This approach promotes well-being as a comprehensive concept, encouraging lifelong support. Services are interconnected to reinforce community well-being through shared experiences.
Public space redesign
The project revitalized key public spaces and local parks into hubs for social interaction, fostering connection and creativity. These spaces are designed to be both functional and environmentally sustainable, promoting social cohesion and green practices.
Feedback and adaptation
The project includes ongoing evaluation to ensure it remains responsive to community needs. A continuous feedback loop allows for real-time adjustments, improving services based on citizen input. The flexible design of the programs ensures they adapt to evolving needs.
Collaboration across disciplines
The project brings together experts from social work, education and psychology, fostering a comprehensive approach to community well-being. Partnerships with local stakeholders further enrich the project, providing expertise and resources to strengthen its impact.
Sustainability
The project embraces eco-friendly urban planning, prioritizing green spaces and sustainable practices.
Community-centered design
The project began with consultations and feedback from residents, ensuring the services met the needs of families, seniors, and young people. Local partners co-designed services with the Municipality, ensuring relevance and alignment with community values. Participatory workshops and open forums involved organizations and citizens in shaping activities and public spaces, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility.
Holistic service delivery
Ben-Essere Bernareggio offers integrated services that span across all stages of life, providing care, support and personal development. This approach promotes well-being as a comprehensive concept, encouraging lifelong support. Services are interconnected to reinforce community well-being through shared experiences.
Public space redesign
The project revitalized key public spaces and local parks into hubs for social interaction, fostering connection and creativity. These spaces are designed to be both functional and environmentally sustainable, promoting social cohesion and green practices.
Feedback and adaptation
The project includes ongoing evaluation to ensure it remains responsive to community needs. A continuous feedback loop allows for real-time adjustments, improving services based on citizen input. The flexible design of the programs ensures they adapt to evolving needs.
Collaboration across disciplines
The project brings together experts from social work, education and psychology, fostering a comprehensive approach to community well-being. Partnerships with local stakeholders further enrich the project, providing expertise and resources to strengthen its impact.
Sustainability
The project embraces eco-friendly urban planning, prioritizing green spaces and sustainable practices.
The project offers several transferable elements that can be applied in other contexts.
1. Community-centered design and co-creation
The participatory approach ensures the relevance of the services to the community's needs. This process, which includes collaboration with civil society organizations, builds community ownership and engagement, making it adaptable to other locations.
2. Holistic service delivery model
The project provides interconnected services that address various dimensions of well-being, such as parenting support, mental health and relationship guidance. This model offers lifelong support and promotes community cohesion, making it replicable in other areas looking to provide comprehensive well-being services.
3. Redefining public spaces
The revitalization of public spaces like community centers, auditoriums and parks into multifunctional hubs encourages social interaction and cultural exchange. This approach can be applied to other municipalities to create engaging and inclusive public spaces that foster community connection.
4. Technology for engagement and feedback
The project utilizes feedback loops and digital platforms to maintain an ongoing dialogue with residents, ensuring services remain responsive. This approach can be replicated in other projects, enhancing real-time adaptation and long-term effectiveness.
5. Cross-generational and cross-disciplinary collaboration
The inclusion of all age groups creates a supportive and integrated approach to community well-being. This model can be adopted in other areas to areas to promote intergenerational connections and collective responsibility.
6. Environmental sustainability
The project emphasizes sustainable public spaces. This environmentally-conscious approach can be applied in other regions aiming for urban greening.
7. Empowering Local Stakeholders
The project fosters collaborative governance, involving local stakeholders. This model can empower communities.
1. Community-centered design and co-creation
The participatory approach ensures the relevance of the services to the community's needs. This process, which includes collaboration with civil society organizations, builds community ownership and engagement, making it adaptable to other locations.
2. Holistic service delivery model
The project provides interconnected services that address various dimensions of well-being, such as parenting support, mental health and relationship guidance. This model offers lifelong support and promotes community cohesion, making it replicable in other areas looking to provide comprehensive well-being services.
3. Redefining public spaces
The revitalization of public spaces like community centers, auditoriums and parks into multifunctional hubs encourages social interaction and cultural exchange. This approach can be applied to other municipalities to create engaging and inclusive public spaces that foster community connection.
4. Technology for engagement and feedback
The project utilizes feedback loops and digital platforms to maintain an ongoing dialogue with residents, ensuring services remain responsive. This approach can be replicated in other projects, enhancing real-time adaptation and long-term effectiveness.
5. Cross-generational and cross-disciplinary collaboration
The inclusion of all age groups creates a supportive and integrated approach to community well-being. This model can be adopted in other areas to areas to promote intergenerational connections and collective responsibility.
6. Environmental sustainability
The project emphasizes sustainable public spaces. This environmentally-conscious approach can be applied in other regions aiming for urban greening.
7. Empowering Local Stakeholders
The project fosters collaborative governance, involving local stakeholders. This model can empower communities.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio addresses several global challenges by providing localized solutions that contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project is focused on creating inclusive, sustainable, and well-connected communities while improving individual and collective well-being.
1. SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
By offering a variety of services aimed at improving both mental and physical health, the project contributes to better health outcomes for all. It promotes mental health, emotional well-being and overall life satisfaction, especially in the context of ongoing societal challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and increasing mental health issues.
2. SDG 4: Quality Education
The project plays a vital role in providing educational and developmental opportunities for all age groups, including parents, children, and seniors. These initiatives ensure equal access to quality education and support systems, helping to close gaps in access to resources.
3. SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
The project directly addresses social inclusion and equity by offering accessible services to marginalized groups, including vulnerable families, children and seniors.
4. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Ben-Essere Bernareggio promotes sustainable urban development by revitalizing public spaces and transforming them into community hubs that are multifunctional, green and environmentally friendly.
5. SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
The project fosters community engagement and collaborative governance, ensuring that citizens have a voice in shaping the services and public spaces that affect their daily lives.
6. SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Ben-Essere Bernareggio is a collaborative project involving a wide range of stakeholders, from local residents and civil society organizations to municipal authorities. This multi-stakeholder approach fosters strong partnerships.
1. SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
By offering a variety of services aimed at improving both mental and physical health, the project contributes to better health outcomes for all. It promotes mental health, emotional well-being and overall life satisfaction, especially in the context of ongoing societal challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and increasing mental health issues.
2. SDG 4: Quality Education
The project plays a vital role in providing educational and developmental opportunities for all age groups, including parents, children, and seniors. These initiatives ensure equal access to quality education and support systems, helping to close gaps in access to resources.
3. SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
The project directly addresses social inclusion and equity by offering accessible services to marginalized groups, including vulnerable families, children and seniors.
4. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Ben-Essere Bernareggio promotes sustainable urban development by revitalizing public spaces and transforming them into community hubs that are multifunctional, green and environmentally friendly.
5. SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
The project fosters community engagement and collaborative governance, ensuring that citizens have a voice in shaping the services and public spaces that affect their daily lives.
6. SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Ben-Essere Bernareggio is a collaborative project involving a wide range of stakeholders, from local residents and civil society organizations to municipal authorities. This multi-stakeholder approach fosters strong partnerships.
Ben-Essere Bernareggio has made significant strides in improving community well-being, social inclusion, and sustainability, with a tangible impact on both direct and indirect beneficiaries.
Results and Outcomes
- Ben-Essere Bernareggio has transformed spaces and local parks into multifunctional hubs fostering social connections, education, and cultural exchange
- 4 key services address diverse community needs and enhance individual well-being.
- the services have contributed to strengthening social ties, creating inclusive spaces where people of all ages can come together, share experiences, and build community
- the project has promoted better mental health, parental support and personal well-being, leading to improved health outcomes and overall quality of life for residents
- collaboration with local associations and stakeholders has fostered increased civic participation and strengthened local partnerships
Impacts for Beneficiaries
Direct beneficiaries:
- Families and children receive support, guidance and activities to improve their well-being
- Seniors and adults benefit from mental health services and social engagement, reducing isolation
- Young people enjoy creative spaces and social activities promoting inclusion
Indirect Beneficiaries:
- The broader community benefits from revitalized spaces, social cohesion, and cleaner, safer public areas.
- Local stakeholders experience improved collaboration and stronger civic networks
Long-term impacts:
- Sustainable development: the focus on green spaces contributes to long-term environmental benefits and community resilience
- Replicable model: the project offers a scalable model for other communities to address social inclusion, mental health, and urban revitalization
- New public spaces: Ben-Essere Bernareggio has created the opportunity to reintroduce public spaces for the community, allowing them to be reused and repurposed in a way that fosters social engagement and community empowerment
Results and Outcomes
- Ben-Essere Bernareggio has transformed spaces and local parks into multifunctional hubs fostering social connections, education, and cultural exchange
- 4 key services address diverse community needs and enhance individual well-being.
- the services have contributed to strengthening social ties, creating inclusive spaces where people of all ages can come together, share experiences, and build community
- the project has promoted better mental health, parental support and personal well-being, leading to improved health outcomes and overall quality of life for residents
- collaboration with local associations and stakeholders has fostered increased civic participation and strengthened local partnerships
Impacts for Beneficiaries
Direct beneficiaries:
- Families and children receive support, guidance and activities to improve their well-being
- Seniors and adults benefit from mental health services and social engagement, reducing isolation
- Young people enjoy creative spaces and social activities promoting inclusion
Indirect Beneficiaries:
- The broader community benefits from revitalized spaces, social cohesion, and cleaner, safer public areas.
- Local stakeholders experience improved collaboration and stronger civic networks
Long-term impacts:
- Sustainable development: the focus on green spaces contributes to long-term environmental benefits and community resilience
- Replicable model: the project offers a scalable model for other communities to address social inclusion, mental health, and urban revitalization
- New public spaces: Ben-Essere Bernareggio has created the opportunity to reintroduce public spaces for the community, allowing them to be reused and repurposed in a way that fosters social engagement and community empowerment
