GIVING SPACE. CIVIL SOCIETY AND PUBLIC POLICY

Authors: Carlo Borzaga, Cristiano Gori, Francesca Paini

The book “Giving Space” outlines a future in which the Third Sector is not limited to the mere management of services, but makes explicit the meaning and value of its work. It presents itself as a political and ethical force, promoting inclusion, the reduction of inequality and the dignity of all people. Through a broad span of four decades, the text analyzes how the Third Sector has managed to influence political institutions, starting from its post-1968 roots to the era of digital platforms. The book offers a collective reflection, involving a variety of authors and experts, and presents tools and mechanisms that have shaped social policies, while also offering perspectives on future challenges. It represents a reminder of the Third Sector’s political responsibility, emphasizing the importance of enhancing its political vocation in a context where ends shape the future.

With contributions by: Fabrizio Barca, Enrico De Corso, Luca Fazzi, Giulia Galera, Giuseppe Guerini, Gianfranco Marocchi, Raffaela Milano, Valeria Negrini, Ivana Pais, Michele Pasinetti, Paolo Pezzana, Stefano Quintarelli, Lorenzo Sacconi, Gianluca Salvatori, Felice Scalvini.