Description
What happened to poor individuals living alone or not conforming to the "social norm"? Nick Zenzünen, a historical mediator and researcher, sheds light on the social assistance system in Upper Valais between 1930 and 1981, navigating between aid, control, and exclusion.
Highlights
- Historical insights on social assistance
- Focus on Upper Valais from 1930 to 1981
- Presented by researcher Nick Zenzünen
General Information
The event explores the experiences of individuals who did not conform to social norms in Upper Valais. Nick Zenzünen will discuss the balance between aid and control within the social assistance system during a critical period.
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Schlossstrasse 30, 3900 Brig, SwitzerlandHide Map
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