Panties, biscuits and experiments: considerations on a demonstration at the university of Bologna
Friday in via Verdi committee of scientists has revealed in his way against the cuts at the university (some photos can be found on blogs and forums).
The symbol of the protest was very clear: the balloon inflated with helium held up a huge pant, on which was written "Brain drain from Italy in his underwear" and "Take away this". Some students were offered biscuits to passers-by in exchange for a little 'attention to the issue of university and research, while others explain some physical phenomena, with the help of some "special effect", spectacular even for those who know the physical .
I appreciated the manner and tone of this event: do no harm to anyone or cause disturdo, we tried to approach passers-by and talk to them, explaining the importance of research and universities in society.
As in so many events were to be a choreographic element that drew the attention of both leaflets to explain the position of students. What I would like to point out, however, is the willingness of students to get involved in the first person to speak and interact with people, so calm and reasonable. The "bait" options, cookies, and experiments are groped by a gentle approach with passers (unfortunately few) and start a dialogue.
course, so no one ends up in the paper, except perhaps with a picture of pants and two lines that say nothing, you can not even involve many people, I think the critical mass on the other Organised committee is made to feel a lot more, thanks to the whistles and the slowing of traffic. But the
I really like the method chosen because it aims to make contact with people, to explain the Ragoni of protest (and therefore also personal reflection is needed before taking to the streets), and does so without causing inconvenience or misunderstanding, seeking dialogue and not the clash. It 's a method that has confidence in the people, the ability to listen, dialogue and reflection of who is approached on the street.
Ester
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