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An example of autonomy, determination and talent digital
There is those who are facing the life trying to fit in and those who, instead, turns it into a stage where to resonate own item. Stephen, 41, Manerbio (Brescia), is one of those people don't give up in the face of barriers, but, overcome with intelligence, irony and a lot of passion.
Living with a spastic tetraparesis, which restricts the movement of the limbs and accompanies him since childhood, but his story is anything but a history of limits: is a the history of freedom acquired through the technology, music, and communication.
From the computer to the network: a path to independence, built with constance
Stefano use the computer since the time of the primary school, a life partner that has allowed him to express his creativity and independence.
After graduating from the technical management of the company, continued to form a webmaster and administrator of the local networks, skills that today puts into practice on a daily basis.
He works as a clerk computer teleworking for a foundry, demonstrating that the technology it can be a key concrete of employment and social inclusion.
Music as a universal language
In addition to the work, Stefano cultivates a passion that always accompanies: the music.
Is the engine that pushes him to communicateto to create links, and to tell the world through the sounds and words.
From this passion was born Steradiodj, a web radio active 24 hours on 24, where toggle direct with music, news and interviews with moments of automatic programming.
A item that never stops, able to meet people, stories and emotions.
The sport of communication: a journey full of experiences
The life of Stephen is not limited to the digital world. He has trained for years youth soccer teamsby transmitting it to the boys, the vvalues teamwork, respect and commitment.
He has participated in concerts and musical eventsinterviewing artists and bringing the web to its authentic vision of the music as a tool of the union and freedom.
Recently, he has undertaken a new adventure as a Press Officer and a collaborator for the management of the social pages of the Brixia Powerchair Footballthe brescia team football for athletes in a wheelchair.
A role that perfectly combines its expertise comunicativecon his desire to promote the sport inclusive, and the value of participation for all.
Social commitment: a concrete example of active citizenship
His commitment does not stop at work and on the radio. Stefano is volunteer honorary fellow of the Italian Red Cross – Committee of Brescia, testimonial and friend of the City Angels, Italy.
The social presence is constant and active: share content promotes dialogue and participates in debates and books on social issues, and inclusive.
For his communicative activities and information, the Order of Journalists of Lombardy, has awarded the card honorary doctorate of Journalist: a recognition of the value of his voice in telling the reality with authenticity and sensitivity.
A message for everyone: barriers are overcome, together
The story of Stephen is a an invitation to look beyond the difficulties and value what each one can offer.
His path shows that inclusion it also means give space to the skills, the passion and the desire to participate.
With its voice and his energy, Stephen reminds us that theinclusion is not just a word, but a way of living and building community.
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Together we can make crescere a network of stories that inspire and unite.
Stefano Pietta e la Sua web Radio Steradiodj