Ayham Alibrahem, a 32-year-old Syrian political refugee living in Vicenza, Italy, secured an employment contract at the Emisfero supermarket inside the Palladio shopping center after returning three lost wallets to law enforcement authorities, according to local reports. Alibrahem, who arrived in Lampedusa in 2022 after fleeing the regime of Assad, completed the three separate wallet returns since moving to Vicenza in 2023, often acting while possessing minimal personal funds.
Employment Secured Through Corporate Values at Unicomm
The employment contract was offered by Unicomm, the Vicenza-based mass retail group headquartered in Dueville, following media coverage of Alibrahem’s actions. According to a company statement released by the group, the decision to hire Alibrahem stemmed from a corporate philosophy focused on integrity and shared ethics rather than initial job-specific skills. Giuseppe Curci, the human resources director for the group, personally contacted Alibrahem the day after his story was published to offer the position in the produce department of the Emisfero hypermarket, where Alibrahem works alongside store director Adriano Zagagnin.
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Unicomm bases its hiring framework on candidate alignment with corporate values such as responsibility, teamwork, and ethical standards.
Journey From Damascus to the Palladio Shopping Center
Alibrahem’s migration path involved leaving Damascus, traveling through the Middle East, crossing the Mediterranean from Libya to Italy, and eventually settling in the Vicenza area, where he initially subsisted on occasional odd jobs. Reflecting on his new role in the produce section—where his duties include managing fruits and vegetables and assisting customers—Alibrahem noted that the opportunity felt entirely unexpected. News of his contract reached his family in Damascus, where his parents organized a celebration in his honor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ayham Alibrahem?
Ayham Alibrahem is a 32-year-old political refugee from Syria who relocated to Italy in 2022 and subsequently settled in Vicenza, gaining local attention for returning three lost wallets to authorities.
Which company hired Alibrahem?
The Vicenza-based mass retail group Unicomm hired Alibrahem under a fixed-term contract with a provision for permanent transition following a trial period, placing him in the produce department of the Emisfero hypermarket.
What motivated the company to offer the contract?
According to Unicomm’s human resources director Giuseppe Curci, the company hired Alibrahem to honor and integrate the core values of honesty, civic sense, and responsibility that he demonstrated through his actions.
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