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Summer Boot Camp

LIVING HERITAGE

PLACE

Pollica - Italy

DATE

14 - 19 July

AGE

+16

LANGUAGE

Italian/English

Don’t just stand by. Become a changemaker.

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LIVING HERITAGE

Innovating Tradition, Building the Future

Discover the value of intangible cultural heritage through an experiential journey that bridges tradition and innovation. Join immersive workshops to explore how ancestral knowledge, artisanal practices, and landscapes can become tools for regeneration and sustainable development.
This program intertwines history, identity, and innovation, showing how living heritage is not just a legacy of the past but a resource for shaping the future. By engaging with tradition keepers, scholars, and innovators, you will discover how culture can drive a positive impact on communities and the environment.

LIVING HERITAGE

Why Participate?

1.

Learn

Gain the tools and knowledge to care for both people and the planet.

2.

Live an Adventure

Explore the stunning Cilento region, rich in nature, culture, and beauty.

3.

Take on the Challenge

Collaborate with other changemakers to tackle real-world challenges and create impactful solutions.

4.

Connect

Meet like-minded individuals from around the world and expand your network.
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LIVING HERITAGE

The heritage that shapes the future

Through an experiential learning approach, the Boot Camp blends interactive workshops, expert talks, visits to local producers, prototyping exercises, innovation challenges, and mentorship. This educational journey is designed for those who want to develop concrete skills by learning directly from entrepreneurs, policymakers, innovators, and leaders of change. At the end of the program, you’ll participate in a two-day Hackathon, working with your team to develop practical solutions for real-world challenges, giving back value to the host community.

Program

The Living Heritage Boot Camp takes place in the heart of the Mediterranean, in Pollica. Here, selected students will engage in an intensive week collaborating with scientists, centenarians, and researchers. This program is ideal for those who want to explore the intersection of culture, sustainability, and community and take an active role in shaping new models of territorial regeneration. Using methodologies such as design thinking and prosperity thinking. The program is divided into three phases: Inspiration, absorbing knowledge, and transformative visions; Aspiration, reflecting on your role in driving change; Action, turning inspiration into sustainable projects to implement in your community.
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See what they say about us

PARTICIPANT

Climate Shapers

Year 2022

“The boot camp helped me find my voice—stepping up to lead and co-create with confidence, drawing strength from my roots and the collective energy around me.”
PARTICIPANT

Climate Shapers

Year 2023

“The boot camp offers fresh insights into Mediterranean culture and diet—an enriching experience for anyone open to seeing things from a new perspective.”
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Climate Shapers

Year 2024

“A complete experience, blending theory, practice, and reflection—delivered with care, creativity, and a strong attention to meaningful detail.”

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Step into the experience of a past Boot Camp immersed in Mediterranean landscapes, intangible heritage, and visions for the future.

CLIMATE SHAPERS

Who is it for?

1.

Young policymakers and activists

2.

Passionate about culture, community, and sustainability

3.

Students, innovators, and scientists

Those who embrace change build a better future.

Becoming a Climate Shaper means adopting a lifestyle that respects the Planet and preserves its resources. It means living in harmony with the environment and all living beings, recognizing the interconnectedness of all life forms. Being a Climate Shaper is taking on the responsibility of building a sustainable future: a daily commitment to create a more equitable and environmentally respectful world, for us and for the generations to come.
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Course highlights

Want to expand your horizons? This Boot Camp offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in local food traditions and understand your role in global food systems. With the guidance of experts and educators, you will experience hands-on learning in a naturally educational environment, where past, present, and future meet through Italian gastronomic heritage. Start your journey to transform ideas into concrete actions.
  • PLACE

Pollica (SA) Italy

  • DATE

14 - 19 July

  • AGE

16+

  • LANGUAGE

English/Italian

€890

Student Fee

€1899

Registration Fee

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What does the price include?

The program offers a range of activities, resources, and services designed to provide you with a complete, unforgettable, and engaging experience. Discover what we’ve planned for you and get ready to enjoy your boot camp with complete peace of mind.

Accommodation

Stay in the beautiful village of Pollica in a triple room for 4 nights.

Meals

All meals are prepared on-site by the castle’s chef, using local products and traditional recipes.

Classrooms & Workshops

Learning spaces inside the historic Castle of the Princes of Capano.

Transport

All transportation for activities included.

Activities

Full participation in all planned activities.

Dedicated Staff

1 staff member for every 10 students.

On-site support is available at all times.

On-site support is available at all times.

Certificate of Participation

Official recognition of your experience and learning.

Future Food Alumni

Exclusive access to the Future Food Alumni network.

What does not include the price?

Some services and products are not part of the offer. We encourage you to check the full list for all the details so you don’t miss anything.

Initial shipment

Travel to and from Vallo della Lucania train station (the starting point of the program).

Electronic Devices

Participants are required to bring a device for group work and note-taking (e.g., tablet or laptop).

Is anything unclear?

Check our FAQs, where you’ll find answers to the most common questions.
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Do you have any questions about the boot camp?

Write to us, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. If you need any clarification or want to speak with us directly, we’d be happy to help.


Future Food Institute esiste per fare un cambiamento positivo esponenziale per migliorare in modo sostenibile la vita sulla Terra attraverso l’educazione e l’innovazione nei sistemi alimentari globali.

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