EUROPE DIRECT Paesi Vesuviani office inaugurated: a new local hub for Europe
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June 19, 2026, marked a pivotal moment for the Vesuvius area with the official inauguration of EUROPE DIRECT Paesi Vesuviani. This new center serves as a dedicated space for information, dialogue, and the promotion of active European citizenship within the local community.
The celebrations opened in the library of Villa Bruno, in San Giorgio a Cremano (Naples), with an institutional conference moderated by Francesco Gravetti. The meeting provided an opportunity for discussion on the opportunities offered by the European Union, the value of social innovation, and the prospects for inclusive development in the area.
Following opening remarks by Mayor Michele Carbone, Director Michele Maria Ippolito, Manuela Sessa (representing the European Commission), and ED Manager Luca Coppola, a panel discussion was held titled "The European Union and Social Innovation: Perspectives for the Vesuvius Area." Contributions from Professor Francesco Pirone (University of Naples Federico II), Federica Nestola (Europiamo ETS), and Sofia Lobakina, Community Manager for EUROPE DIRECT Paesi Vesuviani, underscored the importance of supranational cooperation in driving regional growth.
The day continued at the i-Point in San Giorgio a Cremano with the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony, accompanied by a social gathering hosted by the Shannara Social Cooperative Bakery, as well as musical performances by Antonio Cece and Ernesto Gargiulo. The success of the event was also significantly bolstered by the contributions of interns, volunteers from the Universal Civil Service, and photographer Tommaso Vitiello.
The opening of EUROPE DIRECT Paesi Vesuviani goes beyond the mere establishment of an office: it represents the start of a concrete journey to bring Europe closer to its citizens and to stimulate active participation within the Vesuvius area.
