Saturday, 21 November 2026  

Finding Joy 

At The Human Safety Net

This day is dedicated to exploring joy as a profound experience of being. It opens a space for reflection and lived experience around consciousness, the body, and our relationship with the world. Joy is seen as an inner quality that can emerge from life transformations and moments of awareness, inviting greater presence, openness, and harmony.

9:30 am–10:00 pm – Welcome coffee by Illy Caffè 

10:00 am–13:00 pm – Joy in action

  • Coco Tache, Connector & ethical journalist

  • Esther Mottier, Co-founder of Votre Cercle de Vie, naturopath and entrepreneur committed to ecological and human transition

  • Leni Julen, Hospitality ambassador and founder of Le Cœur des Alpes

  • Yvonne Waldraff, Integrative therapist, founder of the Silent Power Healing Space and facilitator of personal transformation

  • Roberto del Col,  Advocate of integral ecology and dialogue between humanity, spirituality and the living world


  • Céline Alexandre Pavoine, Breathwork and well-being facilitator

1:00 pm – 2.30 pm – Lunch break 


2:30–3:00 pm – Happiness in Venice through Integral Human Development

  • Valérie Fert, Co-Founder of Mileva (AI)

A reading of Venice through the Integral Human Development Index, with the support of Mileva, an artificial intelligence designed to serve humanity. 

3:00–5:00 pm –  Inedit: Launch of the First Beacons for a Happier World

  • Emmanuel Mongon, Founder & CEO of Happier World
  • Prof. John Helliwell, (Department of Economics, University of British Columbia), Co-Founder and Editor or the World Happiness Report

The ceremony, led by Emmanuel Mongon in the presence of Prof. John F. Helliwell, marks the global launch of the international guide Beacons for a Happier World, highlighting concrete initiatives that contribute to well-being and happiness worldwide. Leaders from several continents will share their experiences, and the organizations selected for the 2027 edition will be announced.

5:00–6:00 pm – Art & Craft: Young Visions for the Future of Venice

Moderatrice: Elena Carta, Sumus 

  • Art & Beauty Léa Hinnewinkel
  • Designing for Joy: Student Projects in Venice, Futura association 
  • Where tradition meets innovation and generational evolution,  Martina Zamperin, President Fondamentalmente 690

The winners of the hackathon organized by the associationFondamentalmente 690.

      6:00 pm – Closing Remarks and and Focus on 2027 Next step

      • Hélène Molinari, Founder of SUMus
      • Simone Venturini, Mayor of Venice 

      CONCERT

      Sacred Monodies of Hildegard von Bingen Dedicated to the Virgin Mary

      On the occasion of Venice's Festa della Salute, Maud Gnidzaz performs Hildegard von Bingen's sacred monodies dedicated to the Virgin Mary in a contemplative setting, creating a space for silence, prayer and deep listening.

      Performer Maud Gnidzaz, Soprano, Solo voice – a cappella

      When: On November, Saturday 21 at 7pm 

      Venue: Church of Santo Stefano, Reservation required

      Admission: €30 – Supporter Ticket / €20 – Standard Ticket / €10 – Reduced Ticket

        WORKSHOPS

        Joy in Action: a workshop for well-being and inner health

        With Coco Tache, Inner transformation and consciousness coach

        An experience dedicated to personal well-being, self-awareness, and emotional health. A space to reconnect with oneself through action, presence, and sharing.

        • The Home of the Human Safety Net – coworking space

        • 21 November – at 3pm 

        • Max 12 participants

        • Registration required – €15

        • English & French

          Beyond Life Café: health, consciousness and life cycles

          With Dani Foffa, Teacher and Researcher (NDE/EMI specialist)

          A dialogue space exploring life cycles, health, and finitude, focusing on the link between vitality, consciousness, and inner balance.

          • The Home of the Human Safety Net  – coworking space

          • 21 November – at 3pm 

          • Max 15 participants

          • Registration required – €15

          • Italian & English

            Creator of Joy, Booster of Health: nature and art

            With Barbara Albasio, Trainer in creativity and innovation

            A sensory and collective experience combining creativity, art, and nature to activate joy, peace, and health.

            • The Home of the Human Safety Net – coworking space

            • 21 November – at 3pm

            • Max 12 participants

            • Registration required – €15

            • Italian & French

            Barbara Albasio is a trainer in creativity and innovation, author of Creative Attitude and founder of the Aquamour Festival. She invites participants to a sensory and collective experience designed to unlock the liberating keys of their creative power of joy, a true booster of health and well-being.

                Breathing and Integrative Health

                With Marie-Laure Delanef, founder of Holiste & Elena Forgiarini, Naturopath

                Exploration of the links between breath, vitality, and balance through complementary approaches : 

                • Bol d’air Jacquier
                • Salmanoff Baths
                • The Home of the Human Safety Net – coworking space

                • 21 November – From 3pm to 5pm

                • Free admission

                • Italian & French

                    Breathing and Integrative Health

                    With Marie-Laure Delanef, founder of Holiste & Elena Forgiarini, Naturopath

                    Exploration of the links between breath, vitality, and balance through complementary approaches : 

                    • Bach Flowers Remedies
                    • The Home of the Human Safety Net – coworking space

                    • 21 November – From 3pm to 5pm

                    • Free admission

                    • Italian & French

                        Dance Therapy: exploring the body in movement

                        With Béatrice Raccanello, Actress and Performer

                        An exploration of the body in movement as a space for expression, release, and inner rebalancing.

                        • Spazio Levante, Castello

                        • 21 November - at 10am (2 hours)

                        • 20 participants

                        • Registration required - €15 (special Forum rate)

                        • Italian

                        Béatrice Raccanello is an actress, performer, dance therapist, and artist. For many years, she has explored through various practices the central role of the body as a space to inhabit, a means of knowledge and exploration of reality, an original language, and a tool for expression, relationship, and healing.

                              Garuda Practice: movement & breath health

                              With Nathalie Brou, Personal trainer

                              A dynamic, holistic method combining Pilates, yoga, and dance to explore strength, fluidity, and body awareness.

                              • Private studio, Campo Manin

                              • 21 & 22 November / 1-hour slots

                              • 1 participant per session

                              • Registration required - €15 (special Forum rate)

                              • Italian, French & English

                              Each session is designed as an introductory experience.

                                    Reconnecting Body & Mind Through Network Spinal Analysis

                                    With Marine Beauvert, Doctor of Chiropractic

                                    Network Spinal Analysis is a specialized chiropractic technique that uses precise, gentle light touches to the spine instead of manual adjustments with “cracking” or “popping.” These contacts help your nervous system unwind stored tension and trauma, allowing your brain and body to reconnect. Unlike traditional chiropractic that focuses on correcting individual spinal misalignments, Network Spinal chiropractors undergo specialized training to work with your nervous system as a whole. This is the key difference: we’re not trying to “fix” your spine. We’re helping your nervous system reorganize itself for better functioning and healing.

                                    • Private studio, Castello 6821/A

                                    • Saturday 21 November / 20min slots / from 9am to 1pm

                                    • 3 participants per session

                                    • Registration required - €15 (special Forum rate)

                                    • Italian, French & English

                                          Gemmotherapy: The Healing Power of Plant Buds

                                          • Place to be confirmed

                                          • Saturday 21 November 2026 at 4pm

                                          • 15 participant per session

                                          • Registration required - Free admission 

                                          • Italian