This programme aims to inform institutions and the general public about the phenomenon of social exclusion and to encourage the development of a public opinion which is aware of, and sympathetic with, the problem of homelessness and supportive of initiatives and measures aimed at tackling exclusion. We pursue this goal by collaborating with the media, giving talks to various audiences, and participating in research leading to reports and studies.
Ramon Noró
Programme Coordinator
To explain what Arrels does is important, but to transmit what we experience here is equally important. In fact, it is poignant. To make citizens aware that nobody is poor out of choice, and that, as Gabriel remarks, we are closer to living next to a cash machine than to owning a yacht, is one of the main tasks of the communication department.
Testimonials
“I prefer the way down, rather than the way up.”Lucía Montobbio, volunteer.
Some people say that Joaquim Costa Street in Barcelona will soon become the new Portal del Angel. I hope not. This street connects Eixample, where I live, and Raval, where Arrels is located. I have just arrived from an Erasmus stage spent in Peruggia, and I have decided that, to not overstretch the traumatic effects of ending my years in university, I must get busy and work.
“I have discovered the problem of homelessness” Pilar Carazo Library Coordinator
I knew for sure that when I had retired I would be volunteering. I believe that retirement has to be as active as possible, and I was fortunate that a friend who is a volunteer in Arrels told me she needed a person to work in the library, and this is how it all started.
This programme aims to inform institutions and the general public about the phenomenon of social exclusion and to encourage the development of a public opinion which is aware of, and sympathetic with, the problem of homelessness and supportive of initiatives and measures aimed at tackling exclusion. We pursue this goal by collaborating with the media, giving talks to various audiences, and participating in research leading to reports and studies.
Another task is the development and promotion of blogs that give a first-hand perspective of homelessness:
To explain what Arrels does is important, but to transmit what we experience here is equally important. In fact, it is poignant. To make citizens aware that nobody is poor out of choice, and that, as Gabriel remarks, we are closer to living next to a cash machine than to owning a yacht, is one of the main tasks of the communication department.
We need to transmit that we are vulnerable as human beings and that social policies are needed to prevent situations of poverty. Likewise, we aim to oppose those clichés and prejudices that are stereotypically linked to homelessness.
LLAMADA A TESTIMONIS
“I prefer the way down, rather than the way up.”Lucía Montobbio, volunteer.
Some people say that Joaquim Costa Street in Barcelona will soon become the new Portal del Angel. I hope not. This street connects Eixample, where I live, and Raval, where Arrels is located. I have just arrived from an Erasmus stage spent in Peruggia, and I have decided that, to not overstretch the traumatic effects of ending my years in university, I must get busy and work.
“I have discovered the problem of homelessness” Pilar Carazo Library Coordinator
I knew for sure that when I had retired I would be volunteering. I believe that retirement has to be as active as possible, and I was fortunate that a friend who is a volunteer in Arrels told me she needed a person to work in the library, and this is how it all started.
Blog that allows people to share their experiences of and thoughts on the work of volunteers and professionals against social exclusion. http://hotelmilestrellas.blogspot.com
LLAMADA A VIDEOS
2007
What is Arrels Fundacio?
TV3 This is an eight minute long report produced by the programme "La nit al dia" that explains the actions taken by Arrels to help homeless people.
2007
How can one survive on the streets?
TV3 This ten minute long report was broadcast by the programme "Entre línies". It includes personal accounts from people living on the streets of Barcelona and the opinions of members of the Arrels’ staff.
2008
What is the Llar Pere Barnés?
TVE This three minute long report produced by the programme “Pueblo de Dios" explains what Llar Pere Barnés is: a new residential facility owned by Arrels Fundació opened in November 2007 for homeless people in Barcelona.
2007
Street Team Volunteers
TVE This is a seven minute report produced by the programme "Pueblo de Dios" in which two Street Team volunteers explain their work.
What we do
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