Program 2121

COIMEC COIBENTAZIONI TERMOACUSTICHE SPA has distinguished itself in the landscape of Program 2121, an ambitious initiative dedicated to urban regeneration and social inclusion. The company decided to tackle this challenge in a unique way: by setting up a prefabrication workshop inside the Bollate Prison. This project not only had a positive impact on the prison community, but also demonstrated how a business can combine innovation and social responsibility to generate shared value.

A Project with a Social Mission.

At the heart of this initiative was the desire to provide inmates with opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Through training and practical work, COIMEC offered 12 inmates a concrete path to building a better future. But this was not just an act of charity: the project also had well-defined business goals, such as increasing productivity and improving internal processes.

The Workshop Inside the Prison

Setting up a workshop inside a prison facility was no easy feat. COIMEC invested in:

• Advanced Technologies, installing state-of-the-art machinery to ensure high production standards.
• Training Spaces, creating dedicated areas for theoretical and practical learning.
• Occupational Safety, to ensure a protected environment that complies with regulations.

This facility is not just a workplace, but a true learning center, where inmates can acquire skills useful for the future.

A Pathway to Training and Growth

The training program was designed to be comprehensive and results-oriented. Inmates took courses that combined theory and practice, learning:

• The basics of metalworking.
• The safe and proper use of machinery.
• Soft skills, such as punctuality, time management and teamwork.

At the end of the course, participants received certifications attesting to their new skills, increasing their chances of finding employment once they served their sentences.

The benefits of this initiative have been multiple and tangible:

1. For the Prisoners
   • 12 people have found stable and decent employment.
   • The job gave them a concrete prospect for reintegration into society.
2. For COIMEC.
   • The company has increased its production capacity, reducing processing time.
   • It has strengthened its image as a responsible and innovative enterprise.
3. For the Community
   • The project has shown that social inclusion is possible even in complex contexts such as prisons.
   • It has created a replicable model for other companies and institutions.

A Lesson in Social Responsibility

The success of the project was made possible thanks to the collaboration between several actors: COIMEC, the Bollate Prison administration and local institutions. This shows how a strategic partnership can generate extraordinary results.

The key has been the balance between economic goals and social impacts. Through the use of modern technologies and a strong commitment to training, COIMEC has shown that it is possible to create value for everyone: the company, the workers, and society.

Conclusions

COIMEC's project is a concrete example of how companies can make a difference by going beyond profit and investing in people. Thanks to the 2121 Program, the company has opened an innovative path toward social inclusion, demonstrating that change is possible when one has the courage to act.

This case is not only a success story, but an invitation for other businesses to follow the same path, combining economic growth and social engagement in a single visionary project.