Viewing the aftermath of the atomic bombings through VR headsets

1st June 2026

Nuclear Disarmament and Environmental Exhibitions Held Across Italy

  • Disarmament
  • Environment & Sustainability

From  20 February to 11 April 2026, the exhibition Senzatomica: Transforming the Human Spirit for a World Free from Nuclear Weapons was held in the municipality of Grugliasco in the Piedmont region of Italy. Promoted by the Be the Hope Foundation, an affiliate of the Italian Buddhist Institute Soka Gakkai, the exhibition attracted around 19,000 visitors. The opening ceremony was attended by Alberto Cirio, President of the Piedmont Region. Ten related events—including theatrical performances and discussion forums—were held during the exhibition period. Through VR technology, visitors were able to gain insight into the reality of the atomic bombings. 

The opening ceremony for the Senzatomica exhibition at the University of Florence

The University of Florence also hosted the exhibition from 4 to 15 May. Meanwhile, from 3 to 10 May, Be the Hope Foundation's environmental exhibition “Heritage of Life,” part of its “If I Change, the World Changes” climate awareness project, was held in the municipality of Castelletto di Branduzzo in the Lombardy region. Mayor Flavio Ferlini delivered remarks at the opening ceremony. Workshops held throughout the exhibition explored themes such as reducing food waste and repurposing everyday items.

The exhibition “Heritage of Life” in the municipality of Castelletto di Branduzzo