Sono passati quasi due mesi dal termine del grande progetto Eyes Wide Open che si è tenuto ad Altamura durante questa calda estate. Tante le cose fatte e potete constatarlo attraverso i nostri output.

Tuttavia non solo ricordi, ma anche cosa ci ha lasciato nel quotidiano questo progetto?

Lo abbiamo chiesto ai nostri cari volontari che ci hanno dato diverse impressioni sull'impatto che il progetto ha avuto nella loro attuale vita quotidiana:

The Value of Rediscovered Craftsmanship - Carmen

Two months later, I realize that the time spent in the artisans’ workshops has changed the way I see everyday objects: behind every product there is a story, a choice of local materials, and a respect for the land. Now I buy with more awareness and try to avoid the unnecessary.

Km 0 as a Life Philosophy - Emilie

Meeting those who produce zero-kilometer food wasn’t just a lesson about healthy eating, but also about community. I learned that supporting local businesses means supporting an entire territory, and this principle has become part of my daily food choices.

A Genuine Connection with Altamura - Franz

Beyond the places, I brought home the faces of the people who welcomed us. Two months later, I think of Altamura as a city I experienced from the inside, not just visited: a place where hospitality and tradition coexist with the desire to innovate.

Personal and Professional Growth - Luana

Engaging with the artisans taught me the importance of patience and precision. These are qualities I am now trying to apply to my studies and personal projects: attention to detail truly makes a difference.

The Power of Doing Things Together - Antonio

The project wasn’t just individual learning: it created a sense of teamwork among us volunteers. Even now we stay in touch, share ideas, and some of us have even started small collaborations online. It proves that local experiences can build global connections.

A New Environmental Awareness - Sonia

Discovering how local businesses reduce waste and value local resources made me reflect on my own ecological footprint. Now I pay more attention to recycling and try to reduce my use of plastic: small daily actions with a big impact.

Art as a Tool of Memory - Marilena

Watching skilled hands transform simple materials into unique objects made me understand how craftsmanship is also a living archive. Two months later, I carry with me the idea that creativity is a bridge between past and future, a heritage to be preserved.

The Beauty of Slowness - Monica

The rhythm of the workshops, far from the rush of big cities, taught me to appreciate slowness. Now I try not to always run, but to dedicate quality time to what I do: a precious legacy that I still feel inside me months later.

Learning Through Storytelling - Ella

Listening to the artisans share their personal stories made me realize how knowledge is passed down through generations. Two months later, I find myself more attentive to my own family’s stories, and I value oral traditions as a way to keep identity alive.

Inspiration for Future Projects - Dario

The project sparked in me the desire to create something tangible and meaningful. Seeing how small local initiatives can have such a strong impact inspired me to start thinking about how I could launch my own community-based project in the future.