ROMA – “Human beings come first. And the right to care for everyone, in Italy and in the world.” This is the commitment of EMERGENCY for 30 years, which today, in a period of global emergencies, relaunches its business even more strongly “No to war”: at Christmas, a small gesture is enough to support the work of the NGO and give peace a chance. From November 24th to December 24th, in the EMERGENCY stores it is possible to find many gift ideas and thus support its projects in Italy and around the world.
The cities where to find the shops. From Christmas decorations and handmade cups from Uganda to accessories sewn and embroidered by Afghan women, from Christmas baskets to the association’s t-shirts signed by contemporary artists and designers: these are just some of the many products that can be purchased both online and in one of the EMERGENCY Christmas shops in 23 Italian cities: Aosta, Bari, Bologna, Brescia, Cagliari, Catania, Catanzaro, Ferrara, Florence, Genoa, Livorno, Macerata, Mestre, Milan, Naples, Padua, Pisa, Reggio Calabria, Reggio Emilia, Rome, Teramo, Turin and Venice.
130 gift proposals. This year there are 130 gift proposals from EMERGENCY which, for this Christmas, also offers many gadgets with its logo: from the classic red ceramic mug to the 2025 calendar, and then some truly original novelties such as the Artivists t-shirt designed by Laika, the EMERGENCY umbrella and the Travel Tumbler thermal mug by 24Bottles.
Hand-embroidered tribal fabrics. To offer help to those who live in difficult contexts in Italy and in the world where EMERGENCY is involved, in the NGO’s shops it will be possible to purchase cushion covers, bags or traditional Suzani, large tribal fabrics totally hand-embroidered in Afghanistan or decorations for the Christmas tree made in Uganda by the Musizi Joy cooperative, created by those who live in the slums of Kampala and, again, the No War Factory key ring made with metals from war remnants scattered in Laos, a southern country East Asia, the most bombed area of the world in history.
The soaps of Burkina Faso. But there are also many products coming from or from solidarity organizations that collaborate with the NGO: such as the fair trade soaps produced by the women of Burkina Faso or the fashion accessories and garments by Ionè which do not come from industrial supply chains but are all unique pieces produced by artisan workshops in India that reuse Indian saris, often used only once.
The “Biscotti Gang” of Verbania inmates. Even at the table it is possible to savor a Christmas of solidarity: thanks to the products of Biscuit Band of Verbania, where prisoners can learn how to reproduce the great classics of Italian pastry making, while with the social cooperative Frolla, a biscuit factory for the employment of people with disabilities, it is possible to taste sweet and savory biscuits and give the opportunity for a future to people with difficulties and also the sweet and savory baskets of Libero Mondo, with a selection of delicacies.
Panettone “done right”. And this year too, EMERGENCY’s “Made for Good” Panettone will also be on sale in the EMERGENCY shops, with exclusive packaging for the 30 years of EMERGENCY, in collaboration with the Tre Marie. He will be the protagonist of the weekend of 6-7-8 December when it will be on sale in squares throughout Italy with the EMERGENCY shopper.
Virtual gift ideas. Finally, EMERGENCY proposes virtual gift ideas that will support specific activities of the association in Italy and around the world: with an online contribution you can give away life jackets for the ship Life Support of EMERGENCY, a pediatric visit in Sudan, support for the training of a woman in Afghanistan, a free medical visit to a patient in the Politruck, a mobile clinic in Italy.
To find out where to find the Christmas shops. Just click WHO . But it will also be possible to purchase gifts online, choosing from the many proposals offered by EMERGENCY SHOP. Solidarity gift ideas for Christmas can also be found on the dedicated page: EMERGENCY GIFT
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**Beyond purchasing gifts, what concrete actions can individuals take to support EMERGENCY’s mission of providing medical aid and promoting peace, especially during the holiday season?**
## World Today News: Interview with EMERGENCY
**Introduction:**
Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re joined by two special guests to discuss EMERGENCY, the humanitarian organization celebrating 30 years of providing critical medical aid worldwide. We’ll delve into their Christmas campaign, exploring the unique gift options available, the impact these gifts have on the lives of others, and the powerful message of peace EMERGENCY promotes.
**Part 1: The Spirit of Giving and Emergency’s Mission**
**Guest 1:** [Name], you’ve been involved with EMERGENCY for many years. Can you tell us about the organization’s core values and mission, and how these are reflected in their Christmas campaign?
**Guest 2:** [Name], EMERGENCY is known for its commitment to providing medical aid in conflict zones and underserved communities. How does this commitment translate into tangible actions through their Christmas initiative?
**Open-ended discussion points:**
* The importance of humanitarian aid and global solidarity.
* The challenges EMERGENCY faces in its mission and how they overcome them.
* How individuals can contribute to positive change through their everyday choices.
**Part 2: Exploring the Gifts and Their Impact**
**Guest 1:** EMERGENCY’s Christmas shops offer an array of unique and meaningful gifts. Could you share some examples and explain how the sales directly support EMERGENCY’s projects?
**Guest 2:** We see a focus on fair trade, artisan products, and goods made through social entrepreneurship initiatives. Can you elaborate on the importance of these aspects and how they contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world?
**Open-ended discussion points:**
* The concept of “conscious consumerism” and its impact on local communities.
* The power of ethical consumption in affecting global change.
* The stories behind some of the featured products and the individuals who created them.
**Part 3: Spreading the Message of Peace Through Action**
**Guest 1:** EMERGENCY’s “No to War” stance is a powerful and timely message. How does their Christmas campaign amplify this message?
**Guest 2:** What are some ways individuals who may not be able to make tangible purchases can still participate in EMERGENCY’s mission and promote a culture of peace?
**Open-ended discussion points:**
* The role of organizations like EMERGENCY in advocating for peace and highlighting the human cost of conflict.
* The importance of individual actions in contributing to a more peaceful world.
* The potential for Christmas to be a time for reflection, empathy, and promoting understanding across cultures.
**Conclusion:**
Thank you to both of our guests for sharing their valuable insights and shedding light on EMERGENCY’s inspiring work. We encourage our viewers to learn more about EMERGENCY and consider supporting their mission this Christmas. By choosing meaningful gifts and promoting a culture of peace, we can make a difference in the world.
**Call to Action:**
Visit EMERGENCY’s website to learn more about their work and explore their Christmas gift catalog: [insert website link]. You can also contribute directly to their cause through online donations.
