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At YOOX NET-A-PORTER, we have seven ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) – employee-formed and led networks that connect our people and contribute to building a more inclusive workplace.   One thing they’re passionate about is raising awareness of topics that matter to them. This week, our Parents & Caregivers Network and Adaptability Network teamed up to host an event in our Bologna office focused on genetic diseases.   The ERGs brought in Professor Marcella Zollino from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and Dr Simona Amenta from Policlinico San Pietro to discuss the types of genetic diseases and available treatments. Colleagues also heard from Daniele Palumbo, founder of CHAMP1 Foundation Europe (part of CHAMP1 Research Foundation ), who gave a touching first-hand account as a father of a CHAMP1-affected child.   An opportunity to learn from experts and advocates alike, the talk was also a safe space for employees to share their experiences as caregivers or show their support for those affected. Thank you to the ERG for organising this event and to our guests for providing their expert knowledge and personal insights.

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This event was very interesting, mainly because held by humble and extraordinary professionals. Daniele's direct testimony was touching and I noticed several people deeply moved (myself included). Especially parents, who know well what it means to feel helpless facing a child's suffering. A special thank you to Evanghelos Papaioannu and Edward William Gnudi for their hard work to make this sharing possible: collaboration, empathy and altruism always generate beautiful things.

Evanghelos Papaioannu

First Line Manager at YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP

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