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Libera: The Taste of Justice

Libera, il g(i)usto di viaggiare (Italian wordplay for just & tasteful way to travel) offers responsible travel experiences rooted in social and economic justice. It allows travellers to explore Italy through the lens of legality and civic commitment, discovering communities that have transformed lands once ruled by the mafia into flourishing places of ethical agriculture, hospitality, and culture. From school trips to short stays and immersive experiences, every journey supports the cooperatives of Libera Terra, strengthens local economies, and promotes a deeper understanding of the fight for justice.

Activities

• Visits and immersive experiences on lands confiscated from the mafia, now run by social cooperatives
• Stays at agritourism facilities managed by cooperatives, including Portella della Ginestra and Terre di Corleone
• Cultural and educational trips for schools and groups
• Tasting and storytelling experiences linked to ethical food production and traditional practices
• Customized itineraries created in collaboration with local networks
• Partnerships with ethical suppliers, following principles of legality, sustainability, and solidarity economy
• Travel agency & tour operator services by Palma Nana, specialized in responsible tourism since 1983

Where / Served area: Italy

Website: www.ilgiustodiviaggiare.it

Why on TravaPowa: TravaPowa supports tourism projects that don't just offer destinations—but contribute to transformation. Libera matches these goals by turning travel into an act of civic engagement, justice, and social regeneration. Its responsible tourism initiative, Libera il g(i)usto di viaggiare, invites travelers into territories reclaimed from organized crime, where confiscated land is returned to communities through cooperatives committed to legality, sustainability, and inclusion.

• By partnering with local cooperatives and social enterprises, Libera creates dignified employment opportunities—especially for youth and people in vulnerable contexts—while fostering skills in hospitality, agriculture, and cultural mediation. This directly contributes to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 4 (Quality Education).
   
• Through immersive, community-based travel, Libera connects travelers to stories of resistance, memory, and transformation. Experiences are rooted in local cultures and food traditions, strengthening SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
   
• Revenues from tourism are reinvested in the territory, supporting organic farming, social inclusion projects, and environmental stewardship—realizing SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and SDG 15 (Life on Land).
   
• By promoting ethical partnerships and circular economies—from fair food systems to social agriculture—Libera builds resilient communities that thrive on justice, cooperation, and solidarity, aligning with SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).

In a world where tourism often risks exploitation or superficiality, Libera offers a radically different path—one that is educational, ethical, and empowering. It invites travellers to discover Italy not only through its beauty, but also through its stories of resistance, courage, and rebirth.

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