We are Luisa and Roger, volunteers who share a love for the sea, nature, and making a positive impact on our community.


Luisa teaches at a middle school in Padova and serves as the vice president of Retake fondation, as well as being responsible for Retake Padova, while Roger is an expert in strategy and marketing and member of Retake Palizzi. 


Beyond our work, we are dedicated Retakers—actively engaged in fostering cleaner, more beautiful, and more sustainable public spaces.

Retake is a citizen-led movement founded in Rome in 2010 by Rebecca Spitzmiller.


We are volunteers committed to reclaiming and revitalizing urban spaces through collective action.

By organizing clean-up events, educational initiatives, and community engagement projects, Retake inspires people to take responsibility for their surroundings, creating more livable and welcoming cities.

Retake is active in 55 cities across Italy and, since 2009, has carried out over 9,000 projects nationwide.

Read more about Retake

Palizzi Marina Summer Camp 2025 


In this small town at the southernmost tip of the Italian mainland, we have a dedicated group. We also organize a Summer Camp, welcoming participants from Retake Padova and Retake Roma. Or outside Italy

Join us for an unforgettable summer experience in Palizzi, where we combine volunteer work, cultural exchange, and fun!


Accommodation & Daily Routine


We stay for free in a school provided by the Comune di Palizzi. Accommodation includes shared bedrooms or a large common sleeping area.

  • Mornings: Volunteer work before lunch
  • Afternoons & Evenings: Free time to explore, relax, or join activities


Costs & Responsibilities

  • Shared Costs: Breakfast, lunch, and rental cars
  • Dinner: Each participant covers their own meal
  • Travel: Each person arranges their own transportation


A Unique Cultural Exchange

This year (Summer 2025), our group will be a mix of Italians and Norwegians, creating a fantastic opportunity to make new friends and improve your Italian language skills—all while contributing as a volunteer and gaining valuable experience.

Come and be part of something special!

Would you participate as a volenteer on the southern cost of Calabria? 

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