Calabria: former MiC trainees in limbo after amendment withdrawn and no

Calabria: former MiC trainees in limbo after amendment withdrawn and no new call

A group of former trainees working within the Calabria Region, selected under the national traineeship scheme for the Ministries of Culture, Justice and Education, report that an amendment intended to restart a procedure to fill vacant positions has been withdrawn. The measure, known as amendment 1.54 to Decree-Law no. 44/2023, was presented as a way to convert traineeships into stable employment opportunities.

Representatives say that, despite the original competition and follow-up checks, many posts remain unfilled although funding appears available; the amendment's withdrawal has raised concerns and calls for clarification about financial coverage and next steps.

• People affected: roughly 250 families report economic and professional uncertainty.
• Purpose of the amendment: to allow a new public call to fill remaining vacancies from the previous competition.
• Outstanding questions: whereabouts of leftover PNRR funds and reasons for withdrawing the amendment.

The trainees demand clear answers and firm timelines for a solution that would restore employment rights and economic stability, highlighting the social and family impacts of prolonged uncertainty.