Twenty-four Sardinian clubs have announced their withdrawal from FASI, the Federation of Sardinian Associations in Italy. They describe the decision as "a painful but necessary one, resulting from the findings of the Alghero Congress last October."
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The Alghero congress was only the most visible moment in a broader and more complex journey. It is with regret, because the history of FASI's founding is deeply rooted in us, but also with determination, that 24 Sardinian clubs announce their withdrawal from FASI (Federation of Sardinian Associations in Italy). This is a difficult but necessary decision, which came about after the serious irregularities that emerged during the congress, which led us to file a legal appeal.
The Alghero Congress represented a turning point due to the serious irregularities that occurred during its proceedings. According to the signatory circles, these irregularities significantly impacted the correctness of the procedures and the legitimacy of the decisions made. These were not simply differences in interpretation, but substantial violations of the principles of participation, transparency, and respect for democratic rules, founding values of any organization representing a community. Before arriving at this decision, we undertook every possible attempt at mending the situation: seeking clarification, offering a willingness to engage in dialogue, and appealing to internal bodies. However, each attempt was systematically rejected, with no willingness to address the issues raised in detail. The sense of community that has always been ours cannot and must not be held hostage by logics alien to the founding values of our identity and our association's history.
A new beginning
However, we look to the future with determination and pride. This is not a surrender, but a new beginning. We are already organizing an alternative network that puts the following back at the center:
- total transparency in management
- the real participation of all the circles
- strict compliance with democratic rules
- the valorization of Sardinian cultural heritage
We invite all clubs that share our vision and values to join us on this journey of renewal and revitalization, which finds its strength in the ability to network and support one another, and to proudly pass on our traditions. We recognize that this decision marks a turning point, but we are equally convinced that only through a profound regeneration, based on participation and transparency, can Sardinian associations once again become the instrument of cohesion and cultural promotion that our region and our communities need.
Next steps
"In the coming days, we will formalize the establishment of an autonomous coordination group. We will present a programmatic manifesto open to everyone's input. We will organize local meetings to build the new network from the ground up."
Our vision
We will build a new, open, inclusive network, founded on mutual respect and shared responsibility. A network that puts people, territories, histories, traditions, the energy of young people, and the memory of the elderly at its center. A network that is never a tool for the few, but a home for all. The Sardinia we want to represent is one that works, that welcomes, that creates connections. A Sardinia that puts community at its center, not internal balances.
Signed
1. Sardinian Cultural Circle “Grazia Deledda” – Magenta (MI)
2. Sardinian Cultural Association in Tuscany ACSIT APS – Florence
3. Association “ACRASE – Maria Lai” – Rome
4. Sardinian Cultural Association "Grazia Deledda" – San Giuliano Terme (PI)
5. Sardinian Circle “Domo Nostra” – Cesano Boscone (MI)
6. Peppino Mereu APS Sardinian Cultural Circle – Monteroni d'Arbia (SI)
7. Sardinian Circle “Gennargentu” APS – Nichelino (TO)
8. Sardinian Social Cultural Center of Milan – Milan
9. Sardinian Cultural Circle “Nuraghe Pinuccio Sciola” – Fiorano Modenese (MO)
10. Sardinian Association “Cuncordu” – Gattinara (VC)
11. Sardinian Club “Nuova Sardegna” – Peschiera Borromeo (MI)
12. Cultural Association “Grazia Deledda” APS – Ciampino (RM)
13. Sardinian Association "Il Gremio" – Rome
14. Sardinian Cultural Association “Amedeo Nazzari” – Bareggio/Cornaredo (MI)
15. Giuseppe Dessì APS Sardinian Circle – Vercelli
16. Milanese Alliance of Sardinian Immigrants "Emilio Lussu" Circle – Cinisello Balsamo (MI)
17. Sardinian Social and Cultural Center “La Quercia” – Vimodrone (MI)
18. Sardinian Cultural Circle “Su Nuraghe” – Biella
19. Sardinian Cultural Circle "Grazia Deledda" – Saronno (VA)
20. Association of Sardinian Immigrants "Sant'Efisio" – Turin
21. “Quattro Mori” APS Cultural Circle – Ostia (RM)
22. Sardinian Cultural Circle “Ichnusa” APS – Venice Mestre
23. Sardinian Circle in the Belluno Area APS – Belluno
24. Grazia Deledda Cultural Association of Vicenza
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