Her Story

Giovanna, born in 1956, speaks openly about her transition from a tradition-bound childhood to the freedoms embraced by modern women. Reflecting on handmade dowries and marriage customs, she contemplates society’s significant progress. While navigating contemporary family life, Giovanna prioritizes respect and open communication, staying true to her cultural roots.

Context

Town: Ruoti
Date of interview: 25 July 2023
Setting: Recorded in the mother’s home; photographs taken in her bedroom, the symbolic core of domestic memory
Site/Area: Bosco Grande
Altitude: 850m

Population:
2020: ~3,300
1990: ~3,800
1970: ~4,200
1950: ~5,400