The “Espérance de Vie – Côte d’Ivoire” – Torino and Daloa Closer Than Ever: Historic Twinning Signed Thanks to the Exceptional Commitment of Ms. Jacqueline.

Torino, September 24, 2026 – On the occasion of the Terra Madre Salone del Gusto event, the City of Torino and the Municipality of Daloa officially sealed their bond with the signing of the Friendship and Twinning Pact. Crossing this historic milestone is the result of a long journey made possible thanks to the determination and relentless work of Ms. Jacqueline, project manager at the Espérance de Vie association and head of external relations.

Ms. Jacqueline’s Key Commitment and the Origins of the Project

Without the vision, tenacity, and valuable work of institutional and cultural diplomacy carried out by Ms. Jacqueline, the signing of this twinning would not have been possible. From the very first exchanges with local authorities, she strongly championed the need to build a direct and permanent channel between Torino and Daloa.

For years, the Espérance de Vie association has been a benchmark organization on the ground in Daloa, working daily with the most vulnerable populations. Its actions are particularly focused on young girls without support, single women, and young mothers with dependent children, providing them with guidance, vocational training, and concrete tools for socio-economic reintegration.

“This twinning is not merely a formal act, but the victory of those who believe that solidarity and listening can transform lives. We dedicate this bridge of hope to all the young mothers and young girls of Daloa who fight every day for a better future.” — Ms. Jacqueline, Project Manager and Head of External Relations at Espérance de Vie

Strategic Pillars of Cooperation

The Friendship Pact aligns directly with the ongoing social actions carried out on the ground, focusing on key priority areas:

• Support for Vulnerable Young Girls and Young Mothers: Strengthening vocational training programs and supporting paths toward economic independence.

• Youth Policies and Education: Actions aimed at preventing marginalization and supporting educational and professional guidance.

• Local Development and Sustainability: Exchanging best practices in local agriculture, craftsmanship, and social entrepreneurship.

• Cultural Exchange and Diaspora Empowerment: Consolidating ties of solidarity between the Ivorian community established in Italy and local stakeholders in Côte d’Ivoire.

Future Outlook

Under the coordination of Ms. Jacqueline and in partnership with institutional and community stakeholders from both Torino and Daloa, Espérance de Vie will continue to be the beating heart of this decentralized cooperation, ensuring that the opportunities arising from this twinning directly benefit those who need them most.

Communications Department of the association ‘Espérance de Vie’