Free Training Opportunity: “FuturAtelier” Course in Naples

Become an Expert in Digital Fashion, Artificial Intelligence, and Augmented Reality.

If you live in Campania, are between 18 and 40 years old, and are looking for a job or a specialized training path, you can apply for FuturAtelier. This free project is promoted by the Italian Institute for the Future Foundation with the support of Google.org and the Fondo per la Repubblica Digitale.
What is FuturAtelier?
It is a 140-hour, in-person practical course designed to train the professional figure of the AI/AR Fashion Specialist. You will learn to:
  • Design clothing collections using Artificial Intelligence.
  • Create 3D garment models with the professional software CLO3D.
  • Develop virtual showrooms and digital fashion shows in Augmented Reality.
During the lessons, you will be provided with advanced technological tools, including graphics PCs and AR/VR headsets. The course also includes career guidance sessions and direct meetings with fashion companies (including the luxury brand ISAIA).
Requirements to Participate
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Age: Between 18 and 40 years old.
  • Residence: Campania Region.
  • Employment Status: Unemployed, inactive, NEET (not in education, employment, or training), or workers in career transition.
  • Education/Skills: High school diploma, vocational qualification, or university degree, OR previous experience in creative, technical, or digital fields.
Location and Schedule
Lessons take place in Naples, at the equipped laboratory in the Sala dei Catecumeni of the Palazzo Arcivescovile (Largo Donnaregina 22). Two classes with different schedules (morning or afternoon) are planned from Monday to Friday.
Important Dates
  • Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
  • Course Start: July 6, 2026
  • Summer Break: From July 27 to September 6, 2026
  • Course End: October 31, 2026
How to Apply?
Participation is completely free, but spots are limited (100 beneficiaries). The selection process includes an evaluation of your CV, a motivational letter, and an interview.
To submit your application or download the official call, visit the project page on the Italian Institute for the Future Foundation website.
For information and support, you can write to: info@futureinstitute.it or segreteria@futureinstitute.it.

 

What is JumaMap

JumaMap – Services for Refugees is a map designed to help you quickly find useful services near you.
Here you can search for places to sleep, eat, study Italian, and get health, legal or psychological support, as well as many other services dedicated to migrant people and people experiencing homelessness.

The platform is available in 17 languages.
You can change the language from the menu at the top and choose among: Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, French, English, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, Urdu, Wolof.

You can also access JumaMap on your mobile phone: visit www.jumamap.it

Welcome Center

If you need in-person help, you can come to the Welcome Center:

Monday
10:00 – 14:00 — Social orientation desk

Tuesday
10:00 – 14:00 — Psychological support desk (ages 18–26)
14:00 – 17:00 — Health support desk
14:00 – 18:00 — Social orientation desk
14:00 – 18:00 — Legal support desk

Wednesday
10:00 – 14:00 — Social orientation desk

Thursday
10:00 – 14:00 — Legal support desk (ages 18–26)
14:00 – 18:00 — Social orientation desk

Friday
10:00 – 14:00 — Social orientation desk
16:30 – 19:30 — Legal support desk

Digital support

Tuesday 9:30 – 14:00
Wednesday 10:00 – 15:00
Thursday 9:30 – 16:30

Toll-free number for asylum seekers and refugees

For information and phone support, call Arci’s toll-free number for asylum seekers and refugees:
800 905 570 (Italy)
+39 351 1376335 (WhatsApp, Lycamobile and from abroad)

It answers Monday to Friday, 9:30–17:00, with a multilingual voicemail always active and a network of cultural-linguistic mediators available in 35 languages.
You can also write to: numeroverderifugiati@arci.it

Toll-free number for migrants with disabilities

NABILA is a service offering listening, support and guidance to migrant and refugee people with disabilities or other vulnerabilities.
You can call the toll-free number 800 999 977.
If you prefer speaking in person, you can book an appointment at Arci Nazionale’s Immigration Office:
Via dei Monti di Pietralata 16 – Rome.

Listening and support space for migrant minors and young people

U-Report On The Move is a safe space where you can receive legal support and also talk, freely and safely, about your feelings, your problems and whatever is worrying you.
A trained professional listens to you and helps you find the right support for your needs.
The service is available Monday to Friday, from 9:00 to 18:00.

To use it, simply send a message on Facebook Messenger, through the U-Report On The Move platform.
A team of psychologists replies to messages and offers personalised and attentive support.