Who We Are

ARC is the flagship social-innovation programme of COM Srl — an impact-holding company active in education and sustainable development.

We coordinate a global network of independent hubs: some operate as profit-oriented startups, others as nonprofit Associations for Social Promotion (APS) under local Third-Sector regulations.

Hybrid ownership model: COM Srl may take minority or majority equity stakes, provide seed funding or purely technical assistance, depending on each hub’s legal form and impact goals. This flexibility enables the launch of both innovative ventures and community-based associations.

Read the ARC Manifesto

Our Vision

We democratise education for marginalised communities by creating certified, technology-enabled learning pathways that translate knowledge into social mobility and decent work, fully aligned with SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work) and 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

Our Approach

• • Certified Pathways: Partnering with leading institutions to provide recognised certifications for employment and academic progression.

  • AI-Driven Learning: Using technology to adapt to individual learning needs and provide inclusive solutions.

  • Collaborative Ecosystem: Local NGOs, APS hubs and private sponsors co-design programmes; COM Srl, as an impact holding, supplies governance models, impact funding and shared legal/IT back-office services.

Our Impact

• • Global Reach – Bringing accessible education to low-income and remote areas.

  • Inclusive Learning – Offering multilingual and culturally sensitive content.

  • Sustainable Model – Each hub reinvests any surplus locally, while COM Srl reinvests its holding profits to finance new hubs, startups and nonprofit associations within the ARC network.

Our Programs

• • AI-Powered Learning Tools – Personalised platforms that adapt to each learner’s pace and goals.

  • Certification Pathways – Courses leading to globally recognised credentials with direct career impact, delivered through accredited partner hubs.

  • Community Workshops – Free online sessions on digital literacy, soft skills and entrepreneurship.

Blog/Updates: "ARC in Action"

Stay informed about our latest initiatives, stories, and partnerships.

• Latest Article: "How AI is Transforming Global Education."

• Upcoming Webinar: "Empowering Youth Through Knowledge," December 2025.

Get Involved: "Join Our Mission"

Call to Action:

• As a Volunteer: Join one of the ARC Network’s registered APS/ETS hubs as an uncompensated volunteer (art. 17 D.Lgs 117/2017); only documented expenses are reimbursed.

• As a Partner or Member: Apply, through COM Srl, to license an ARC hub (Law 129/2004), take a minority equity stake, or become a member of a nonprofit APS/ETS eligible for public grants (art. 11 D.Lgs 117/2017).

• Careers: Submit your CV to COM Srl to be considered for employment or paid internships within existing or upcoming hubs; contracts will comply with Italian and local labour regulations (D.Lgs 81/2015)

• As a Donor: Make tax-deductible contributions to ARC Network APS/ETS entities (art. 83 D.Lgs 117/2017) and help us expand free-education programmes.

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