The cold numbers do not give an idea of what, in just over a year, has been put together at “Ruggi”. Why the hospital Salernooften mistreated, has found authentic excellence since May 2023 under the pressure of the general director Vincenzo D’Amato and the medical director Emilia Anna Vozzella: in via San Leonardo, in fact, specific routes have been created for all victims of violence. They are not women, in short. And today, on the International Day against Gender Violence, the stories of the wards and the “trenches” of the emergency room become a symbol for doing even more, even better. And not only to stem the phenomenon – always worrying – of “red codes”: because violence makes no difference, there are not only many women who live an existence amidst oppression and abuse.
But there are many fragile ones – children, disabled people, elderly people – who often don’t even have the tools to report and get help in their odyssey. At “Ruggi”, the much maligned hospital in Salerno, there is this possibility: to be assisted immediately, in medical emergencies, but also in the most complicated phase, the one that comes after the “bad incidents”, thanks to the support of the territorial network of associations . And in one year, 27 bad everyday stories have already emerged at Ruggi. A sort of small miracle, therefore, which takes place every day – there are no holidays – thanks to the commitment of two doctors.
These women are not a danger, but the driving force behind everything: Sabina D’Amatopsychologist and head of the working group, and Antonietta Ferrara, member of the general manager’s staff and promoter (as well as member) of the working group in via San Leonardo are the soul of these virtuous paths in which many everyday dramas are faced. Which push the two specialists to a strong reflection: «November 25th must be the day against all violence».
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**Based on the challenges “Ruggi” faced before this initiative, what systemic issues contribute to the neglect and mistreatment of public hospitals like “Ruggi”, and how can these issues be addressed more broadly?**
## World Today News Interview: A Beacon of Hope at Salerno’s Ruggi Hospital
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re diving into an inspiring story of transformation and compassion unfolding at “Ruggi”, the general hospital in Salerno, Italy. We’re joined by two incredible women spearheading a groundbreaking initiative against violence: Dr. Sabina D’Amato, Psychologist and Head of the Working Group against Violence, and Antonietta Ferrara, a member of the General Manager’s Staff and key promoter of the Working Group.
Welcome, both.
**D’Amato:** Thank you for having us.
**Ferrara:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Host:** Let’s start with the big picture. The article describes “Ruggi” as a hospital “often mistreated”. Dr. D’Amato, can you elaborate on the challenges the hospital faced before this initiative and what inspired this shift towards focusing on victims of violence?
**Section 1: Overcoming Stigma and Neglect**
**Host:** Antonietta, you’ve been instrumental in promoting this initiative. What were some of the initial hurdles you faced in setting up these dedicated routes for victims? Were there any misconceptions or resistance you had to overcome?
**Host:** Dr. D’Amato, the article mentions that “violence makes no difference” – it’s not just a women’s issue.
**Section 2: Beyond Gender – A Holistic Approach**
**Host:** Could you both explain the diverse range of individuals that these routes aim to support? What unique needs do children, disabled individuals, and elders have when seeking help after experiencing violence?
**Host:** How does “Ruggi” ensure that these vulnerable groups are empowered to come forward and access the support they need, even if they lack the means to report the abuse themselves?
**Section 3: Collaborative Care and Community Support**
**Host:** The article highlights the collaborative effort with territorial networks and associations. Can you elaborate on the role these networks play in providing holistic support to victims beyond immediate medical attention?
**Host:** What type of training and resources are provided to the staff at “Ruggi” to effectively identify and help victims of violence?
**Section 4: Impact and Future Directions**
**Host:** In just over a year, “Ruggi” has helped 27 victims. What impact has this initiative had on the lives of these individuals and their families?
**Host:** As we approach International Day against Gender Violence, what message do you want to send to other hospitals and communities about the importance of establishing similar initiatives?
**Host:** Dr. D’Amato, you advocate for November 25th to be a day against all violence, not just gender-based violence. Could you elaborate on this idea and why it’s crucial to broaden our understanding of violence and its impact?
**Host:** Thank you both for sharing your invaluable insights and for your tireless work in creating a beacon of hope for victims of violence in Salerno. Your commitment is truly inspiring.
