Also means
culture of voluntary associations
Usage Note
Associazionismo refers to the social phenomenon and culture of forming voluntary associations, clubs, or civic organisations. In Italian civil society discourse it denotes the sector of non-profit, volunteer, and third-sector bodies. The adjective is associazionistico. It is distinct from associazione (a single association) and carries a broader sociological meaning.
Examples
"Il governo promuove l'associazionismo nel terzo settore."
Natural Translation
The government promotes voluntary associations in the third sector.
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