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ONLINE BOOTCAMPS
CELLINO ATTANASIO

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Online Bootcamps prepare young talents for the experiment in Cellino Attanasio

Following the successful experiments in Slovenia and Finland, it's time for the third live experiment of the Revive project, which this time will take place in Italy, in the town of Cellino Attanasio. Before travelling to Italy, two online Bootcamps were held to allow the participants and organizers to familiarize themselves with one another, the location, and the tasks to be performed during the experiment. During this preparatory phase, potential challenges and issues were identified, and the most effective revitalization solutions were developed for implementation in Italy.


The project will focus on the transformation of a former church of Santo Spirito and its outdoor area in the historical center of Cellino Attanasio. This space will be converted into a multi-functional, multigenerational public area for the creation, design, and implementation of new artistic, educational and cultural initiatives aimed at engaging the local community as well as visitors.


The first online Bootcamp took place on October 23rd. After a brief introduction to the Revive project, the participants were invited to introduce   themselves using the “PechaKucha” method, which is an effective way to quickly get an impression of the participants' backgrounds. Fifteen talented students and young professionals, representing six different European countries and bringing diverse expertise and experience, were selected for the project. As such, the familiarization phase was crucial for understanding the strengths of each participant.


Following the talents' short presentations, everyone was invited to join the Miro board, which had been pre-prepared with various tasks. The Miro board served as a tool for capturing ideas during both online preparation Bootcamps. This session, led by Lucija Klarić, began with the students sharing their expectations for the project. Organizers and partners were also asked to outline their own anticipated outcomes. By aligning these various expectations, the team aimed to ensure the creation of an efficient and effective project.


One of the key sessions of the first part of the Bootcamp was the presentation of the experimental site by Graziano di Crescenzo from the local partner - ITACA association, who has been promoting cultural and natural heritage for the past 15 years. The town Cellino Attanasio is located in Abruzzo, Italy, nestled between the mountains and the Adriatic Sea. The experimental site is located in the heart of the village, within the former Church of Santo Spirito. The church itself is simple, with a rectangular layout, and it already hosts various events in both the indoor and the small garden adjacent to the building. Graziano also presented a 3D model of the church, which will be used to prepare for the upcoming experiments.


Prior to the Bootcamps, substantial work had already been done by gathering feedback from local residents. Cristina Cerasi, also from ITACA, introduced the results of a questionnaire conducted with 50 local participants. The survey asked questions regarding the promotion of Cellino Attanasio and whether the Santo Spirito church could play a role in this effort. The survey results highlighted several key themes, including tourism, society, economy, public spaces, activities, resettlement, and family-oriented initiatives. Local residents also provided suggestions on how the Santo Spirito church could be utilized, such as for cinema, theater, workshops, and other community events.


Following this, the organizers divided the participants into three mixed groups for further online tasks. The first task was to complete a SWOT analysis on the Miro board, which enabled the participants to better understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as the overall team dynamics.
Between the two Bootcamps, students were assigned homework where they worked in groups to generate ideas for the experiment. A check-in session was held in November, during which young talents shared their progress, asked questions, and received feedback from mentors and architects on how to improve their ideas and move forward.


The second Bootcamp took place on January 22nd and focused on hands-on work. In this session, the participantsrefined their ideas and incorporated feedback from the local community into their designs.

The joint discussion was led by Lucija, with themain focus  on developing specific ideas and filtering out the most realistic and feasible options. The discussion addressed various topics, including indoor and outdoor solutions, management, and communication strategies.


In the final part of the session, the participants worked in groups. Each student chose a specific area to further work on—indoor space, outdoor space, or social activities and management. It was essential for each group to define their desired outcome and identify the necessary materials which will be needed once on site. After working on their ideas, each group presented the outcomes  in 2-3 minutes.


By the end of these online Bootcamps, several clear ideas had emerged that could be implemented locally in Italy. However, there are still some challenges to address, particularly in relation to the list of materials, which will likely be discussed in a check-in session scheduled for mid-February. 
Both Bootcamps were highly successful and valuable, providing a clear understanding of the goals, challenges, and potential solutions for the experiment that will take place in Italy. The team is looking forward to meeting in person and continuing the work, which promises to be both inspiring and impactful.

 

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