The Municipality of Albinea and the Albinea Twinning, Peace and International Cooperation Committee are promoting, on the occasion of World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR), an exhibition by artist Oscar Piovosi, entitled "Tasmania."

The event represents an important opportunity to reflect, through the language of painting, on the challenges and hopes of millions of people around the world who are forced to leave their homes in search of a better future. Through Oscar Piovosi's images presented in the exhibition, we have the opportunity to recognize the value of diversity, to reflect on the need to promote acceptance, and to raise awareness of the importance of protecting the rights of those living in vulnerable conditions.

In 2025, this day takes on an even stronger meaning, underscoring the urgency of strengthening global solidarity and working together to create a more just and inclusive world. It's a moment to remember that behind every piece of data there are stories of courage, hope, and resilience, and that we can all contribute to building a future of peace and mutual respect.

Integration and acceptance are fundamental values in this journey: acceptance means offering an opportunity for rebirth and hope, while integration allows us to build bridges between different cultures, enriching our communities and fostering a shared sense of belonging. The Municipality of Albinea is moving confidently in this direction, committedly promoting numerous social and cultural projects focused on dialogue and social justice.

TITLE: Tasmania

SUBTITLE: "If I really had to, I would choose Tasmania. It has good freshwater reserves, is in a democratic state, and is free of human predators... a place where, quite simply, it's possible to save oneself." Quote by Paolo Giordano, "Tasmania," Einaudi Editore

Tasmania is the emblem of the ideal landing place, the unlikely happy island. This exhibition stems from the desire to give form, substance, and color to the often invisible stories of those who cross seas, deserts, and borders in search of dignity. "Tasmania" does not celebrate a geographical utopia, but interrogates our present. It asks what it means, today, to build possible havens in a world that raises walls and loses humanity. It invites us to pause in the folds of human experiences, to recognize ourselves in others, to challenge the rhetoric that reduces migrants to "problems."

The exhibition is open during library opening hours: Monday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM and 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. For information: T. +39 0522 590262. To learn more about the artist's research: piovosi.oscar@gmail.com, www.oscarpiovosi.it.