2/ entire lives. They never had a platform to share their stories, an opportunity to raise their voices. My parents, too, are still afraid. Three generations of my family have taught me to hide in order to survive. Don’t be the best. Don’t be a representative in school. Don’t be public about your

3/ as a Sintezza. Yet here I am. Speaking with you today as a proud Sintezza saying enough. Enough of the fear.My people and our ancestors deserve better. And we deserve to be heard. Our community is a heterogeneous group, rich in culture that has had a great influence on the history of Europe.