High participation in the training day organized by Consorzio Sociale S10 on school dropout, youth distress and the Caivano Decree
A shared commitment to tackle youth hardship
A packed auditorium and many expert voices animated the training day organized by the Consorzio Sociale Vallo di Diano Tanagro Alburni – Ambito S10 in Atena Lucana Scalo. Central to the event was the Caivano Decree, a legislative tool introduced in 2023 to combat juvenile crime and reduce the rising phenomenon of school dropout, even in small towns.
Antonio Florio, director of the Consortium, emphasized that the inner areas are no longer immune to these phenomena. What’s needed is a solid local network involving schools, healthcare services, law enforcement, and the judiciary.
Building a shared language among social professionals
Mirella Carucci, a social worker with the Consortium, highlighted the real and often underestimated presence of school dropout in small communities. The goal is to create a common language and an aligned intervention strategy focusing on youth and families.
Prevention starts with legality
Captain Veronica Pastori of the Carabinieri underlined the essential role of prevention and the dissemination of a culture of legality. Law enforcement, she explained, is not only about repression but also about engagement in schools to build respect for rules.
Prosecutor Anna Gloria Piccininni, from the Juvenile Court of Potenza, stressed the importance of early action. In areas marked by economic hardship, education and justice systems must work in synergy to offer real alternatives to at-risk youth.
Schools, healthcare and institutions at the forefront
Key contributions included those of Patrizia Pagano, principal of the Sassano school, who described ongoing projects funded by the PNRR and Agenda Sud to combat school dropout, and Luigi Vertucci, mayor of Atena Lucana, who reaffirmed the municipality’s commitment to high-quality education and social services.
Luigi Mandia, head of the local health district S72, emphasized the centrality of youth well-being, urging communities to restore the value of family and social relationships.
The future is built together
Among the audience was a delegation of students from the “Giovanni Falcone” school in Sassano, showing the engagement of younger generations.
Michele Di Candia, president of the Consortium, concluded by stating:
“The Caivano Decree gives us tools, but no law works without a community behind it. The Consortium wants to be a local hub, capable of connecting people and building concrete responses.”
FAQ
What is the Caivano Decree?
It’s a law passed in 2023 to fight juvenile crime and reduce school dropout.
Who organized the event?
Consorzio Sociale S10, in collaboration with Campania Region and the Social Workers’ Orders of Campania and Basilicata.
Where did the event take place?
At the Auditorium of Atena Lucana Scalo.
What topics were discussed?
Youth hardship, school dropout, prevention, legality, and inter-institutional cooperation.
Who attended the event?
Institutions, law enforcement, schools, healthcare services, judiciary, non-profits and students.
Why is building a network important?
To tackle complex issues and provide real opportunities for young people.
What role does the school play?
It acts as an educational hub and a proactive force against school dropout.
What did Prosecutor Piccininni say?
That early detection of distress is essential to prevent deeper issues.
What is law enforcement doing?
They engage in prevention and education, especially within schools.
What was the Consortium president’s message?
That without community engagement, even the best law is ineffective.
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