Abstract
In different cities of the same region we have different kinds of interventions and different philosophies. There was no training, and there was confrontation between different staff.
To develop a regional network and to offer training and support for street workers.
These include:
- Periodical meetings;
- Discussions between professionals involved;
- Regional mailing lists;
- Circulation of information;
- Partnership with the University of Bologna to develop a "Master" course for street workers (It will start in June 2009).
At the moment we focus a lot of attention on youngsters and nightlife, but we have to pay attention to the use/abuse of drugs and alcohol in marginalized people.
Intervention details
Youngsters (aged 15-25)and the homeless (aged 30 or more).
Youngsters (age 15-25) and the homeless (aged 30 or more).
Dissemination of leaflets; presence of infopoint during the night in disco or clubs; presence during "big" musical events
Different situations in different cities.
In some cases it is better if there is a MD "expert" on drug abuse.
Evaluation details
All, but we evaluate projects not single activities.
Financial problems have limited the activities in some cities. Club owners generally support these kinds of activities.
Evaluation of activities of street Units in Regione Emilia-Romagna. Official act of the regional network of street units.