Giulia

Oltre lo Sguardo: Giulia’s story

Photography has the power to tell stories, give a voice to people facing extraordinary challenges, and restore dignity and strength to those rebuilding their lives.
Today I would like to share the story of Giulia, one of the people taking part in “Oltre lo Sguardo”.

The day that changed everything

On 7 September, Giulia’s life took a dramatic turn.
A road accident led to a long series of operations and hospital stays, taking away her freedom of movement and confronting her with an unprecedented physical and mental challenge.

The strength to begin again

After months in hospital and a struggle with pain, Giulia is undergoing a long rehabilitation process, with further operations ahead.
Every day calls for resilience, adaptation and acceptance. Yet her spirit has never been broken.

Photography as therapy

Giulia chose to take part in “Oltre lo Sguardo” to tell her story through photography, rediscover herself and see herself through new eyes.
Our meeting was a deeply meaningful moment of connection, in which the camera became a way to express what words cannot always convey.

A message of hope

Her story offers hope to anyone facing a difficult situation.
Giulia’s resilience shows that even in the darkest moments, it is possible to find light, strength and beauty in the process of transformation.

Giulia took part in the project  “Oltre lo sguardo”