Luca Arfini
@lucaarfini.bsky.social
I am an Italian journalist and communications professional based in Amsterdam with a passion for sharing impactful stories that resonate with diverse audiences. In 2023, I established Creative Tractus L.A. (https://www.creativetractus.org/).
Honoured to have two of my photographs exhibited at #TriestePhotoDays my first-ever exhibition.
It was inspiring to connect with other photographers, exchange ideas, and receive thoughtful feedback on my work.
It was inspiring to connect with other photographers, exchange ideas, and receive thoughtful feedback on my work.
October 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Honoured to have two of my photographs exhibited at #TriestePhotoDays my first-ever exhibition.
It was inspiring to connect with other photographers, exchange ideas, and receive thoughtful feedback on my work.
It was inspiring to connect with other photographers, exchange ideas, and receive thoughtful feedback on my work.
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DiCE team is in Berlin 🇩🇪 for UEG Week 2025!
We look forward to engaging with key stakeholders, experts, and the broader digestive cancer community to strengthen collaboration and drive progress for patients across 🇪🇺.
Stay tuned for more from #UEGWeek!
@mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social
We look forward to engaging with key stakeholders, experts, and the broader digestive cancer community to strengthen collaboration and drive progress for patients across 🇪🇺.
Stay tuned for more from #UEGWeek!
@mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social
October 4, 2025 at 9:37 AM
DiCE team is in Berlin 🇩🇪 for UEG Week 2025!
We look forward to engaging with key stakeholders, experts, and the broader digestive cancer community to strengthen collaboration and drive progress for patients across 🇪🇺.
Stay tuned for more from #UEGWeek!
@mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social
We look forward to engaging with key stakeholders, experts, and the broader digestive cancer community to strengthen collaboration and drive progress for patients across 🇪🇺.
Stay tuned for more from #UEGWeek!
@mepsagainstcancer.bsky.social
#DidYouKnow that #LongCovid has affected over 36M 🇪🇺 since the start of the pandemic?
Yet many still face disbelief from doctors, policymakers, and even loved ones, leading to significant social and economic costs.
My article👉 sciencemediahub.eu/2025/09/24/l...
@epstoa.bsky.social @esci.eu
Yet many still face disbelief from doctors, policymakers, and even loved ones, leading to significant social and economic costs.
My article👉 sciencemediahub.eu/2025/09/24/l...
@epstoa.bsky.social @esci.eu
Long Covid: The 'invisible illness' people must learn to see - ESMH
In Europe, Long Covid has impacted around 36 million people over the first three years of the pandemic. However, the disease’s complexity, novelty, and
sciencemediahub.eu
September 25, 2025 at 8:25 AM
#DidYouKnow that #LongCovid has affected over 36M 🇪🇺 since the start of the pandemic?
Yet many still face disbelief from doctors, policymakers, and even loved ones, leading to significant social and economic costs.
My article👉 sciencemediahub.eu/2025/09/24/l...
@epstoa.bsky.social @esci.eu
Yet many still face disbelief from doctors, policymakers, and even loved ones, leading to significant social and economic costs.
My article👉 sciencemediahub.eu/2025/09/24/l...
@epstoa.bsky.social @esci.eu
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#DidYouKnow that each tumour has its own biology & biomarkers can help to reveal its specific characteristics?
On #WorldmCRCDay, people living with mCRC share how biomarker testing changed their care journey.
Learn more➡️ digestivecancers.eu/biomarkers-i...
#KnowYourBiomarkers
@fightcrc.bsky.social
On #WorldmCRCDay, people living with mCRC share how biomarker testing changed their care journey.
Learn more➡️ digestivecancers.eu/biomarkers-i...
#KnowYourBiomarkers
@fightcrc.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 9:13 AM
#DidYouKnow that each tumour has its own biology & biomarkers can help to reveal its specific characteristics?
On #WorldmCRCDay, people living with mCRC share how biomarker testing changed their care journey.
Learn more➡️ digestivecancers.eu/biomarkers-i...
#KnowYourBiomarkers
@fightcrc.bsky.social
On #WorldmCRCDay, people living with mCRC share how biomarker testing changed their care journey.
Learn more➡️ digestivecancers.eu/biomarkers-i...
#KnowYourBiomarkers
@fightcrc.bsky.social
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Our study, recently published in BMC Gastroenterology, explores the experiences of people diagnosed with #ColorectalCancer under 50 in seven 🇪🇺 countries.
📽️Watch the video below, where our colleague Marianna Vitaloni explains the outcomes of this research.
🔗https://buff.ly/xcBhynK
📽️Watch the video below, where our colleague Marianna Vitaloni explains the outcomes of this research.
🔗https://buff.ly/xcBhynK
September 9, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Our study, recently published in BMC Gastroenterology, explores the experiences of people diagnosed with #ColorectalCancer under 50 in seven 🇪🇺 countries.
📽️Watch the video below, where our colleague Marianna Vitaloni explains the outcomes of this research.
🔗https://buff.ly/xcBhynK
📽️Watch the video below, where our colleague Marianna Vitaloni explains the outcomes of this research.
🔗https://buff.ly/xcBhynK
As 🇪🇺 becomes increasingly diverse every year, can it develop health systems that are not only accessible to everyone but also understandable & genuinely welcoming?
In my latest article for @medscape.com , I discuss this topic👉 www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
@absw.bsky.social @epstoa.bsky.social
In my latest article for @medscape.com , I discuss this topic👉 www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
@absw.bsky.social @epstoa.bsky.social
One-Size-Fits-All Healthcare Is Failing Europe’s Migrants
Europe’s care systems face new tests as migrant patients bring diverse needs, languages, and expectations. How can healthcare become truly inclusive for all?
www.medscape.com
August 30, 2025 at 6:41 AM
As 🇪🇺 becomes increasingly diverse every year, can it develop health systems that are not only accessible to everyone but also understandable & genuinely welcoming?
In my latest article for @medscape.com , I discuss this topic👉 www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
@absw.bsky.social @epstoa.bsky.social
In my latest article for @medscape.com , I discuss this topic👉 www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
@absw.bsky.social @epstoa.bsky.social
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🚀🛰️🌌 #Space:
Many possibilities (e.g #research, a growing economy), but also challenges (e.g. #spacedebris, #pollution...)
👉In-depth article & interviews with experts Dr M.H. Picard & President of @cospar.bsky.social Prof. Pascale Ehrenfreund: wp.me/panTdn-4jY
#EUSpaceAct @lucaarfini.bsky.social
Many possibilities (e.g #research, a growing economy), but also challenges (e.g. #spacedebris, #pollution...)
👉In-depth article & interviews with experts Dr M.H. Picard & President of @cospar.bsky.social Prof. Pascale Ehrenfreund: wp.me/panTdn-4jY
#EUSpaceAct @lucaarfini.bsky.social
Towards a sustainable space economy - ESMH
The space economy is a rapidly developing sector projected to grow at an average annual rate of 9%, reaching over 1.5 trillion euros by 2035. However, to
wp.me
July 30, 2025 at 8:52 AM
🚀🛰️🌌 #Space:
Many possibilities (e.g #research, a growing economy), but also challenges (e.g. #spacedebris, #pollution...)
👉In-depth article & interviews with experts Dr M.H. Picard & President of @cospar.bsky.social Prof. Pascale Ehrenfreund: wp.me/panTdn-4jY
#EUSpaceAct @lucaarfini.bsky.social
Many possibilities (e.g #research, a growing economy), but also challenges (e.g. #spacedebris, #pollution...)
👉In-depth article & interviews with experts Dr M.H. Picard & President of @cospar.bsky.social Prof. Pascale Ehrenfreund: wp.me/panTdn-4jY
#EUSpaceAct @lucaarfini.bsky.social
Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to participate in the insightful sessions of the
#ESMHSummerSchool 🧠 🤖 🧪 💬.
I look forward to continuing my journey in science communication and continuing to write for the ESMH. #SciComm
▶️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/07/02/e...
@europarl.europa.eu
#ESMHSummerSchool 🧠 🤖 🧪 💬.
I look forward to continuing my journey in science communication and continuing to write for the ESMH. #SciComm
▶️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/07/02/e...
@europarl.europa.eu
July 10, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to participate in the insightful sessions of the
#ESMHSummerSchool 🧠 🤖 🧪 💬.
I look forward to continuing my journey in science communication and continuing to write for the ESMH. #SciComm
▶️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/07/02/e...
@europarl.europa.eu
#ESMHSummerSchool 🧠 🤖 🧪 💬.
I look forward to continuing my journey in science communication and continuing to write for the ESMH. #SciComm
▶️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/07/02/e...
@europarl.europa.eu
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This afternoon at #DiCEMasterclass, we had meaningful talks on mental health across 🇪🇺, hands-on shared decision-making & innovative 🤖 AI tools to boost patient voices.
Tomorrow is our closing day and one last chance to connect, reflect, and shape what comes next in #CancerCare.
@myesmo.bsky.social
Tomorrow is our closing day and one last chance to connect, reflect, and shape what comes next in #CancerCare.
@myesmo.bsky.social
July 3, 2025 at 5:10 PM
This afternoon at #DiCEMasterclass, we had meaningful talks on mental health across 🇪🇺, hands-on shared decision-making & innovative 🤖 AI tools to boost patient voices.
Tomorrow is our closing day and one last chance to connect, reflect, and shape what comes next in #CancerCare.
@myesmo.bsky.social
Tomorrow is our closing day and one last chance to connect, reflect, and shape what comes next in #CancerCare.
@myesmo.bsky.social
#DidYouKnow that up to 1 in 5 🇪🇺 households face catastrophic health costs?
In my latest article, I spoke with several experts to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare accessibility in Europe and explore solutions for achieving more equitable health outcomes.
➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
In my latest article, I spoke with several experts to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare accessibility in Europe and explore solutions for achieving more equitable health outcomes.
➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
www.medscape.com
May 21, 2025 at 4:29 PM
#DidYouKnow that up to 1 in 5 🇪🇺 households face catastrophic health costs?
In my latest article, I spoke with several experts to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare accessibility in Europe and explore solutions for achieving more equitable health outcomes.
➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
In my latest article, I spoke with several experts to gain a deeper understanding of healthcare accessibility in Europe and explore solutions for achieving more equitable health outcomes.
➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Reposted by Luca Arfini
Emotional well-being is important for all. It is closely linked to someone's physical health, social connections & daily routines. More on this topic in our new book➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#EuropeanMentalHealthWeek @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social @myueg.bsky.social
#EuropeanMentalHealthWeek @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social @myueg.bsky.social
May 19, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Emotional well-being is important for all. It is closely linked to someone's physical health, social connections & daily routines. More on this topic in our new book➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#EuropeanMentalHealthWeek @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social @myueg.bsky.social
#EuropeanMentalHealthWeek @mentalhealtheurope.bsky.social @myueg.bsky.social
It is such an honour that 𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 has been selected to be part of this volume dedicated to the “URBAN ANIMALS” project, a photographic exploration that captures the soul of the animal kingdom through contemporary photographs.
Learn more▶️ www.exhibitaround.com/en/news/urba...
Learn more▶️ www.exhibitaround.com/en/news/urba...
‘URBAN ANIMALS’: Special Guest and Selected Authors Revealed! - Exhibit Around
The “URBAN ANIMALS” project announces its selected photographers and special guest, acclaimed photojournalist Dario De Dominicis. Their work, exploring animal life in urban settings, will be featured ...
www.exhibitaround.com
May 14, 2025 at 12:16 PM
It is such an honour that 𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 has been selected to be part of this volume dedicated to the “URBAN ANIMALS” project, a photographic exploration that captures the soul of the animal kingdom through contemporary photographs.
Learn more▶️ www.exhibitaround.com/en/news/urba...
Learn more▶️ www.exhibitaround.com/en/news/urba...
Reposted by Luca Arfini
On #EuropeDay, we celebrate unity, solidarity, and shared purpose. At DiCE, these values guide our efforts to ensure that no young person faces digestive cancer alone.
We invite you to read our #PolicyBrief we developed during #ENTERO2025 ➡️https://buff.ly/NKUr8A8
We invite you to read our #PolicyBrief we developed during #ENTERO2025 ➡️https://buff.ly/NKUr8A8
May 9, 2025 at 7:32 AM
On #EuropeDay, we celebrate unity, solidarity, and shared purpose. At DiCE, these values guide our efforts to ensure that no young person faces digestive cancer alone.
We invite you to read our #PolicyBrief we developed during #ENTERO2025 ➡️https://buff.ly/NKUr8A8
We invite you to read our #PolicyBrief we developed during #ENTERO2025 ➡️https://buff.ly/NKUr8A8
What do algae fuel and bike buses have in common? They're both born from EU-funded cooperation for sustainable mobility.
This month, I explored two innovative solutions to make transportation in 🇪🇺 greener:
▶️ emag.directindustry.com/2025/04/03/c...
👉 urbact.eu/how-european...
#EUGreenDeal
This month, I explored two innovative solutions to make transportation in 🇪🇺 greener:
▶️ emag.directindustry.com/2025/04/03/c...
👉 urbact.eu/how-european...
#EUGreenDeal
April 30, 2025 at 6:03 PM
What do algae fuel and bike buses have in common? They're both born from EU-funded cooperation for sustainable mobility.
This month, I explored two innovative solutions to make transportation in 🇪🇺 greener:
▶️ emag.directindustry.com/2025/04/03/c...
👉 urbact.eu/how-european...
#EUGreenDeal
This month, I explored two innovative solutions to make transportation in 🇪🇺 greener:
▶️ emag.directindustry.com/2025/04/03/c...
👉 urbact.eu/how-european...
#EUGreenDeal
At the beginning of 2025, I completed two amazing courses in Amsterdam: one on photography & one on improv theatre. Both reminded me why I love storytelling in all forms.
These experiences made me want to dive even deeper into both worlds. There’s so much more to explore & I can’t wait to do so!
These experiences made me want to dive even deeper into both worlds. There’s so much more to explore & I can’t wait to do so!
April 18, 2025 at 1:20 AM
At the beginning of 2025, I completed two amazing courses in Amsterdam: one on photography & one on improv theatre. Both reminded me why I love storytelling in all forms.
These experiences made me want to dive even deeper into both worlds. There’s so much more to explore & I can’t wait to do so!
These experiences made me want to dive even deeper into both worlds. There’s so much more to explore & I can’t wait to do so!
Reposted by Luca Arfini
#ENTERO Policy Event is happening soon!
📽️Hear from Elisabete Weiderpass, Director of
#IARC, on why collective action is essential to improving outcomes & driving equity for youth facing digestive cancers in 🇪🇺.
➡️ entero.digestivecancers.eu/en/
@who.int @cancerleagues.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
📽️Hear from Elisabete Weiderpass, Director of
#IARC, on why collective action is essential to improving outcomes & driving equity for youth facing digestive cancers in 🇪🇺.
➡️ entero.digestivecancers.eu/en/
@who.int @cancerleagues.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
April 1, 2025 at 11:19 AM
#ENTERO Policy Event is happening soon!
📽️Hear from Elisabete Weiderpass, Director of
#IARC, on why collective action is essential to improving outcomes & driving equity for youth facing digestive cancers in 🇪🇺.
➡️ entero.digestivecancers.eu/en/
@who.int @cancerleagues.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
📽️Hear from Elisabete Weiderpass, Director of
#IARC, on why collective action is essential to improving outcomes & driving equity for youth facing digestive cancers in 🇪🇺.
➡️ entero.digestivecancers.eu/en/
@who.int @cancerleagues.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu
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Today is Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day!
Did you know that 1 in 300 people have #LynchSyndrome, a hereditary condition that increases the risk of colorectal and other digestive cancers? Yet, most don’t even know they have it.
👉 buff.ly/IT8YP8G
Did you know that 1 in 300 people have #LynchSyndrome, a hereditary condition that increases the risk of colorectal and other digestive cancers? Yet, most don’t even know they have it.
👉 buff.ly/IT8YP8G
March 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Today is Lynch Syndrome Awareness Day!
Did you know that 1 in 300 people have #LynchSyndrome, a hereditary condition that increases the risk of colorectal and other digestive cancers? Yet, most don’t even know they have it.
👉 buff.ly/IT8YP8G
Did you know that 1 in 300 people have #LynchSyndrome, a hereditary condition that increases the risk of colorectal and other digestive cancers? Yet, most don’t even know they have it.
👉 buff.ly/IT8YP8G
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Today is #AnalCancerAwarenessDay.
Anal Cancer is a rare but serious condition that deserves greater awareness. While not as common as other cancers, its incidence is steadily increasing, making early detection & education crucial ➡️https://buff.ly/pEU7AAd
Anal Cancer is a rare but serious condition that deserves greater awareness. While not as common as other cancers, its incidence is steadily increasing, making early detection & education crucial ➡️https://buff.ly/pEU7AAd
March 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Today is #AnalCancerAwarenessDay.
Anal Cancer is a rare but serious condition that deserves greater awareness. While not as common as other cancers, its incidence is steadily increasing, making early detection & education crucial ➡️https://buff.ly/pEU7AAd
Anal Cancer is a rare but serious condition that deserves greater awareness. While not as common as other cancers, its incidence is steadily increasing, making early detection & education crucial ➡️https://buff.ly/pEU7AAd
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📣At DiCE, we're making 2025 the Year of the Patient, turning words into action. Through awareness, policy advocacy, and patient-centered research, we aim to amplify patient voices and drive change.
Join us➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#YearOfThePatient #DiCE
Join us➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#YearOfThePatient #DiCE
March 4, 2025 at 9:11 AM
📣At DiCE, we're making 2025 the Year of the Patient, turning words into action. Through awareness, policy advocacy, and patient-centered research, we aim to amplify patient voices and drive change.
Join us➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#YearOfThePatient #DiCE
Join us➡️ digestivecancers.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?...
#YearOfThePatient #DiCE
E-cigarettes 🚭 tend to be particularly popular among younger people.
But what are the health risks associated with vaping? And how can we prevent young people from picking up the habit?
Read my latest article ➡️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/03/05/d...
But what are the health risks associated with vaping? And how can we prevent young people from picking up the habit?
Read my latest article ➡️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/03/05/d...
March 5, 2025 at 12:12 PM
E-cigarettes 🚭 tend to be particularly popular among younger people.
But what are the health risks associated with vaping? And how can we prevent young people from picking up the habit?
Read my latest article ➡️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/03/05/d...
But what are the health risks associated with vaping? And how can we prevent young people from picking up the habit?
Read my latest article ➡️ sciencemediahub.eu/2025/03/05/d...
Reposted by Luca Arfini
We are starting the #ECCAM2025 Launch Event in 30 minutes! We can’t wait to welcome you and kick off the discussion on how to address the rising cases of #CRC among younger people!
Join us👉 digestivecancers-eu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us👉 digestivecancers-eu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
February 27, 2025 at 8:43 AM
We are starting the #ECCAM2025 Launch Event in 30 minutes! We can’t wait to welcome you and kick off the discussion on how to address the rising cases of #CRC among younger people!
Join us👉 digestivecancers-eu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us👉 digestivecancers-eu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Reposted by Luca Arfini
CRC affects thousands of Europeans annually. March is European Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and we will be sharing facts on colorectal cancer and everything you need to know to understand symptoms & risks. #CRC
@fightcrc.bsky.social @crcequity.bsky.social
@coloncanada.bsky.social
@fightcrc.bsky.social @crcequity.bsky.social
@coloncanada.bsky.social
February 25, 2025 at 11:17 AM
CRC affects thousands of Europeans annually. March is European Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and we will be sharing facts on colorectal cancer and everything you need to know to understand symptoms & risks. #CRC
@fightcrc.bsky.social @crcequity.bsky.social
@coloncanada.bsky.social
@fightcrc.bsky.social @crcequity.bsky.social
@coloncanada.bsky.social
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The most common form of BTC is #Cholaniocarcinoma (CCA).
CCA experts Dr. Alejandro Forner, Dr. Tamara Sauri and
Dr. Ismael Macias Declara from the Liver Cancer Unit, BCLC, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, shared their insights on addressing CCA.
@cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social @charityammf.bsky.social
CCA experts Dr. Alejandro Forner, Dr. Tamara Sauri and
Dr. Ismael Macias Declara from the Liver Cancer Unit, BCLC, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, shared their insights on addressing CCA.
@cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social @charityammf.bsky.social
February 24, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The most common form of BTC is #Cholaniocarcinoma (CCA).
CCA experts Dr. Alejandro Forner, Dr. Tamara Sauri and
Dr. Ismael Macias Declara from the Liver Cancer Unit, BCLC, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, shared their insights on addressing CCA.
@cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social @charityammf.bsky.social
CCA experts Dr. Alejandro Forner, Dr. Tamara Sauri and
Dr. Ismael Macias Declara from the Liver Cancer Unit, BCLC, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, shared their insights on addressing CCA.
@cholangiocarcinoma.bsky.social @charityammf.bsky.social
Are there enough healthcare professionals to meet the needs of 🇪🇺's ageing population?
By 2035, there will be 7 million healthcare workers. However, experts worry this number may not be enough to accommodate the healthcare demand of a growing population of over-65s.➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
By 2035, there will be 7 million healthcare workers. However, experts worry this number may not be enough to accommodate the healthcare demand of a growing population of over-65s.➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Can Europe Fulfill Its Future Healthcare Demands?
Experts warn, not if it doesn’t strengthen its healthcare sector now.
www.medscape.com
February 19, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Are there enough healthcare professionals to meet the needs of 🇪🇺's ageing population?
By 2035, there will be 7 million healthcare workers. However, experts worry this number may not be enough to accommodate the healthcare demand of a growing population of over-65s.➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
By 2035, there will be 7 million healthcare workers. However, experts worry this number may not be enough to accommodate the healthcare demand of a growing population of over-65s.➡️ www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
What an unforgettable time at the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2025! As part of the Media Inclusion Programme, I had the incredible opportunity to dive deep into the world of cinema and learn more about what’s behind the screen. #IFFR #InternationalFilmFestivalRotterdam
February 6, 2025 at 4:20 PM
What an unforgettable time at the International Film Festival Rotterdam 2025! As part of the Media Inclusion Programme, I had the incredible opportunity to dive deep into the world of cinema and learn more about what’s behind the screen. #IFFR #InternationalFilmFestivalRotterdam