Una lezione tutta particolare ha visto gli Ecomori del gruppo delle Sentinelle dei Rifiuti salire in cattedra all'Università degli Studi di Torino per diffondere la loro esperienza di volontariato e integrazione a Porta Palazzo agli studenti del Programma di studio Rethinking Food Security: People, Agriculture and Politics.

Il programma promosso dal World Learning attraverso il SIT Study Abroad e coordinato a livello nazionale dalla Conservatoria delle Cucine Mediterranee (CCM) di Torino, per affrontare il tema della sicurezza alimentare secondo un approccio di indagine più locale e territoriale che ha incluso l’esame dell’aspetto legato alla food safety, senza tralasciare le prospettive sociali, storiche, culturali e ambientali che regolano e valorizzano il patrimonio agroalimentare presente in Piemonte e, più in generale, in Italia.

 Ecco quali sono state le reazioni degli studenti statunitensi alla lezione tenuta da Omar e Samuel:

"It was really cool to hear about all the great work that Omar, Samuel, and the Sentanelle Dei Rifuitti does. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us." -Sharon

"Omat and Samuel do some really amazing work. Food waste is a problem that is not often talked about and it was great tk learn- especially on this program- about local efforts to combat this problem."

"Omar and Samuel were incredibly inspiring. The fact that they are volunteering their time to help others while still dealing with the struggles of getting permission to stay in Italy is really admirable." -Phoebe

"Omar and Samuel are exemplary community members. Their organization is a smart, low cost solution for food insecure citizens." - Nic

"The people at Sentanelle Dei Rifuitti are doing extremely noble work. They are combatting food waste and climate change, and all the while they are fostering community in Porto Pallazo that is making a positive impact socially and environmentally."

"Learnung such positive things about Sentanelle Dei Rifuitti from Omar and Samuel helped me understand the dual lositives of the program" - Claire

"They did an excellent job highlighting how diverse communities come together to prevent food waste and provide services to those who need fresh food."

"It was a great presentation that gave a well rounded look at Omar and Samuel's lives and the amazing work they are doing in the Turin community."-Abby

"Being able to see people doing this work to provide others with food they couldnt get otherwise was incredibly inspiring. I hope they are able to continue their work and help more people."-Mack

"It was an eyeopening and engaging talk. What an incredible idea and program! I hope it expands and continues to spread its good work!" -Hannah

"Omar and Samuel spoke with passion and energy about their work. It was a great presentation and they were very open in sharing their experiences and thoughts. Very cool project they are invested in." - Kaitlyn

"It was excellent to have this presentation by the people who are out there doing the work. I think this organization does important work and also provides an opportunity for migrants/refugees to be engaged in the community while they await government response to residency"- Maria

"I think you guys did a really good job- you opened my eyes to the amazing practice and organization you run, in an inclusive and lighthearted (yet meaningful) sense. Thanks Omar and Samuel!"

"Omar and Samuel are doing incredible work to serve the community, reduce food waste, and combat climate change. It was really wonderful to hear their perspective and learn about their experiences here in Turin!"- Sarah