Virginia Zucca

Committed professional with a background in hospitality and administration, now dedicated to social work. I believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and equality. I take a holistic approach that values cultural diversity and encourages curiosity and genuine interest in others. My goal is to create supportive, inclusive environments where everyone feels valued.

• First Aid & CPR - Australia
• Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), if applicable
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Italian - Native, English - Fluent

• Scout Association – AGESCI Milano 51 (2008–2019)
  Led activities for children and teenagers, organised outdoor camps, and managed camp logistics. Took part in event setup and safety planning, fostering teamwork and responsibility in a community setting.
• Social Research & Community Projects
  Bollate Correctional Facility & San Patrignano Rehab Center (2019) – Interviewed residents and staff, collected stories, and created proposals to improve shared spaces and community well-being.
  Palazzo delle Stelline Project, Milan (2017–2018) – Researched orphanage archives, conducted interviews, and documented historical narratives to preserve local heritage.
• Emergenza Freddo(Cold Emergency Project) -Winter shelter project for homeless people. Helped restore and prepare an abandoned house to host homeless individuals during winter. Cooked meals, provided beds and warm clothing, and supported guests in finding jobs and applying for residence permitsts.
• Arab Community Project, Milan – Corvetto – Worked with Arab women and children, teaching basic Italian language skills. Organised cultural activities and games for children, and created opportunities for cultural exchange between the local and Arab communities.