Just imagine how beautiful the world would be if, simply by viewing it through a purple lens, women could suddenly walk safely in the streets at any hour of the day or night, dressed and made up however they like, without having to justify their aesthetic choices to anyone or endure catcalling or harassment. How beautiful it would be if the gender gap were just a distant memory; if relationships based on control and patriarchy remained only in the stories of our great-grandmothers. If there were no prejudices, clichés, or stereotypes conditioning the free choices of every woman.
ALYSI and DonnexStrada want to believe that this New World can and must exist.
WOMEN ON THE STREET
It is a non-profit association founded and managed by very young women who work to raise awareness against gender-based violence on the streets, so that walking alone in one’s own city is no longer an act of courage.
FREEDOM is a right, not a demand.
It is late March when, after hearing the news of yet another case of femicide committed on the street, clinical psychologist Laura De Dilectis decides to provide concrete help to women so they can feel safer when walking home at night.
With a call to action on Instagram, the DONNEXSTRADA project was born, immediately going viral with 140k followers gained in 12 months on the Instagram page of the same name.
Today, DONNEXSTRADA is an association that offers concrete help to victims of gender-based violence, while simultaneously providing tools to prevent such dynamics from recurring. It claims the fundamental and inalienable right to return home safely, building an active network on social media and in the local area to promote concrete collective participation, re-educating society regarding gender-based violence, and providing psychological support to anyone suffering discrimination.
The DONNEXSTRADA association offers simple, effective, and concrete tools to ensure that everyone feels safe, especially women. It is a right that must be defended.
Contact the association via the website www.donnexstrada.org or by email at info@donnexstrada.org
MANIFESTO T-SHIRT
“Incredible things happen when women support each other” is the phrase that appears on the limited-edition Made in ALYSI T-shirt.
There are only 100 pieces available for sale starting March 8th in ALYSI boutiques—Milan, Ponte Vetero 6 and Rome, Borgognona 42—and in the online store, while supplies last.
Just like a bond of friendship between women, the same is true for DONNEXSTRADA and ALYSI: a liaison, even before a partnership, between two entities that look toward change with optimism, putting it into practice every day, not just on predetermined occasions.
Through this project, we aim to convey a message of empowerment as a response to the problem. The solution lies in self-esteem, hope, and unity. With a view to going beyond clichés, envy between women is a concept that is no longer in fashion. This synergetic union between ALYSI and DXS aims to convey that support is cooler, always.
“We chose to make the first DONNEXSTRADA T-shirt with ALYSI, with a concrete, artisanal perspective in mind. A phrase that reminds us every day of the power of love and a number to tell us that every story is unique, our own. We hope that many women, and others, can find themselves in this and smile at this strong phrase, to wear and to give to those you love. To make a true gesture of love and celebration toward oneself and others. We no longer want to talk only about the problem; we want to demonstrate that change is in our hands. This is empowerment.” declared Laura De Dilectis, founder of DONNEXSTRADA.
Empowerment is precisely the common denominator between DXS and ALYSI, two entities made by and of women. “At ALYSI, we make female empowerment our favorite outfit: we like to think that the best product one can bring to the market today is self-confidence, that ingredient that every woman should wear every day! For us, the right outfit has the magical power to make you feel at ease, with yourself and with others. This T-shirt carries around a 'wearable thought' that speaks of collaboration, support, and empathy, and we hope it can inspire a new approach among women!” said Valentina Celata, Creative Director of ALYSI.
The proceeds from the sale of the T-shirts will be donated to the development of DONNEXSTRADA's services and projects.
PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT
The Donnexstrada team is made up of psychologists and psychotherapists. It is a safe, prejudice-free space aimed at helping women develop strategies to deal with all those dynamics that hinder their well-being.
They deal with:
Revenge Porn, Stalking, Cyberstalking, Domestic violence, Sexual violence, Psychological violence, Economic violence, Support for victims filing reports, Mistreatment/abuse and trauma, Minors in vulnerable conditions, Sexology, EMDR, Couples therapy, Anger management, Trauma, Female empowerment, Assertive communication, Emotion management, Self-esteem, Emotional dependency, Living in one's own body, Identity, Relationship difficulties
Contact the association through the website www.donnexstrada.org or via email at supportopsicologico@donnexstrada.org
LEGAL SUPPORT
Donnexstrada offers an initial free civil and/or criminal consultation, and in the event of further legal representation, the fee will be at a regulated rate.
They offer consultation on:
Revenge porn, Harassment, Stalking, Cyberstalking, Sexual violence and harassment, Private violence, Domestic abuse, Threats, Personal injury, Separation, Divorce, Protection orders against domestic abuse, Claims for damages, Proceedings before the juvenile court, Termination or limitation of parental responsibility
Contact the association via the website www.donnexstrada.org or by email at supportolegale@donnexstrada.org