Italy's 'Dopo di Noi' Law and the Need for Integrated Cultural-Social Policy
Italy faces deep political, economic, and social uncertainty, requiring a shift from collective to community. This demands a culture of community, weakened by mobility, smaller families, and job instability. The 'Dopo di Noi' law (Law 112/2016) aimed to support disabled people after parents' death, but results are disappointing due to regional disparities and lack of integration. Art and culture can address social issues, but a separation between cultural and social sectors persists. The Comitato Officina dopo di noi cites regional delays, local implementation differences, and lack of skills. Three sectors—social, cultural, educational—rarely connect despite synergies. Integrated funding and bottom-up connections are needed. The article argues that applying research on cultural benefits to well-being is essential, and collaboration can improve service quality and structural outcomes.
Key facts
- Italy is experiencing political, economic, and social uncertainty.
- Community building requires structural conditions and mental habits.
- Increased internal mobility and job instability weaken family relevance.
- Law 112/2016, known as 'Dopo di Noi', promotes well-being and autonomy for disabled people.
- The law has not achieved expected results six years after enactment.
- Artists address social issues like racism and inequalities, per Artissima director Luigi Fassi.
- Cultural and social sectors are often separated in funding and policy.
- Comitato Officina dopo di noi cites regional delays and lack of skills as obstacles.
Entities
Artists
- Luigi Fassi
Institutions
- Artissima
- Comitato Officina dopo di noi
- MAXXI
- Artribune
Locations
- Italy
- Roma