Exhibitions, meetings and much more
The Majid Foundation does not only aim to provide financial support for the realization of young people’s projects and dreams—although this remains one of its core objectives. Its generosity and commitment extend more broadly and complexly, ideally addressing everyone through an active cultural program that takes place within the spaces of Spazio Majid.
Exhibitions, meetings, and conferences help define the Foundation’s mission: to offer anyone who wishes the opportunity to broaden their horizons and deepen their knowledge in a , rich with artistic and intellectual inspiration.
Even during the most challenging times, such as the isolation imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the spirit of the Foundation never waned. It was maintained consistently through the initiative “Pillole di conforto” (Pills of Comfort): short inspirational contents regularly sent to newsletter subscribers, now available on the Foundation’s YouTube channel.
With the gradual overcoming of the health emergency, the Foundation’s activities have resumed with renewed energy, enriched by events, debates, and initiatives of strong social and cultural relevance. Below is an overview of the most significant events organized by the Foundation.
Recent events and news
We hosted Ticinese archaeologist Ilaria Verga, who presented her fascinating research exploring the historical heritage of our region. Her recent […]
We presented the project of theater animation workshops for seniors titled Stories of Life… in Motion, Thanks to Theater, an […]
A public dialogue took place at Majid between oncologist Piercarlo Saletti and anthropologist Annibale Salsa, titled Narrating Illness: Care and […]
We were pleased to host Alice Seffusatti, a Master’s student in Economics and International Policies at USI, who presented her […]
We hosted Prof. Patrick Buzzini from Sam Houston State University, Texas, who gave a fascinating lecture titled Sherlock Holmes, the […]
We hosted the second Majid musical project event for 2024, supporting talented students from the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana (CSI). […]
Prof. Bruno Beffa kindly animated the finissage of Alexandra von Burg’s exhibition Elisir di primavera, offering a literary reading of […]
The Majid Foundation participated in the 7th Swiss Giornata della lettura ad alta voce in collaboration with Ascona elementary schools. […]
Percussionist Moe Kitamura, a second-year Master’s student at CSI supported by Majid, performed a concert at Majid, showcasing marimba pieces […]