Children, families, volunteers and associations filled Parco Ausa in Dogana for the fourth edition of “Il senso di ogni cosa” (“The meaning of everything”), the initiative promoted by the Secretariat of State for Tourism together with the Tourism Office and under the patronage of the Congress of State. A day dedicated to solidarity and children’s health, closed by a free concert by Fabrizio Moro.
“A great many people took part in a day entirely dedicated to children and families, filled with games, entertainment and moments of reflection, made possible thanks to the contribution of numerous private sponsors and the invaluable commitment of volunteer associations,” reads the statement from the Secretariat of State for Tourism.
The event also had a concrete goal through a fundraiser in support of InSiamo and Oceano Blu. The former association is committed to supporting research and the families of children affected by onco-hematological diseases, while Oceano Blu works on the front of rare diseases and scientific research, with particular attention to the CAMK2B genetic disorder.
“Talking about children’s health means talking about the future. Research in pediatric onco-hematology is the beating heart of this commitment: without research there is no cure, without a cure there is no hope. Every act of solidarity, every contribution collected, becomes a seed of knowledge and a concrete possibility for new therapies,” the statement emphasizes.
One of the central moments of the day was the talk “Oltre la cura” (“Beyond care”), moderated by Simona Ventura, during which doctors, volunteers and representatives of the associations discussed pediatric oncology and children’s health.
Speaking on stage were Andrea Cecchetti and Andrea Nardoni, presidents respectively of InSiamo and Oceano Blu, the director of the Pediatrics Operating Unit Nicola Ranieri, the president of the San Marino Order of Psychologists Massimiliano Vandi, Francesco Pio Tarantino, known as “Spiderman in corsia” (“Spiderman on the ward”), and Eleonora Marcolini of the association VIP San Marino Nasi Rossi.
The event also featured the presentation of the book “Martina il cuore e la rosa” (“Martina, the heart and the rose”), written by Giovanna Pupillo and Riccardo Caniato and dedicated to the story of Martina, a young girl who passed away prematurely due to cancer.
Closing out the day was Fabrizio Moro, who took the stage with his “Non ho paura di niente” (“I’m not afraid of anything”) tour. The concert was also attended by the Captains Regent Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva.
“Il senso di ogni cosa is proof that when a community unites around a common goal, solidarity becomes a concrete force and hope for the future,” says the Secretary of State for Tourism Federico Pedini Amati. “Seeing Parco Ausa transformed into a place of celebration and reflection, with the participation of families, associations and citizens, is proof that together we can face even the most difficult challenges.”
Pedini Amati went on to reflect on the meaning of the event: “Today, we find the meaning of everything in the eyes of children, in the strength of families facing difficult journeys, in the generosity of those who chose to be here and support this cause. It is a meaning that is built together, step by step, with the lightness of play and the depth of solidarity.”
“We often grasp the deepest meaning of life through pain, hardship and illness. At times one can feel alone in illness, and it is by sharing that we find unexpected resources — this is where we want to start,” concludes the Secretary of State for Tourism.
