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Our projects Our Association promotes cultural, artistic and diplomatic initiatives, activities, meetings and projects. We are in dialogue with the local area and with national and international bodies in order to spread the voice, thought and values of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris. CORAGGIO! Caffè Diplomatico Peace and Future Christmas Concert CORAGGIO!

Acanto Project Note dal mondo, radici in armonia The Coraggio! project encompasses a series of mentoring and networking meetings reserved for women, promoted by the Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris in collaboration with the Hanns Seidel Italia/Vatican Foundation. This project includes a series of meetings focused on cross-cutting themes of politics, economics, cooperation and society, involving a virtuous network of women ready to constructively confront and support each other. Courage! was created with the intention of creating synergy and awareness among women who, despite challenges, have managed to carve out a meaningful space for themselves in society. These women represent the authentic value of women's identity and the potential it brings. As Ambassador Luigi Vittorio Ferraris emphasized, it is crucial to put the focus on the person at the center, a principle that guides us in our work. We want awareness of the value of women not to remain an isolated fact, but to radiate into society as a whole, so that gender distinction becomes secondary to the person. We cannot achieve this goal without women themselves gaining courage and awareness of their own strength. It is essential to overcome an anachronistic view, and to make clear the invaluable contribution that the female component makes to the collective well-being. Together, we can build a future in which human value is recognized beyond gender, promoting a more just and inclusive society. The project aims to culminate in final meetings in which women and men will be free to move and engage with each other in the audience regardless of the gender of those present. We want to land on a space where every voice can be heard by promoting open and constructive dialogue. COME BACK TO PROJECTS Il primo appuntamento di Acanto Project è previsto per sabato 27 settembre 2025 , dalle ore 10 alle ore 12, presso l'Orto Botanico di Roma (Largo Cristina di Svezia, 23A-24). L'evento include l'ingresso all'Orto Botanico e il laboratorio di linguaggi musicali. Offerta associativa consigliata: 10 euro a famiglia Per iscrizioni o info, scrivere a: ass.amiciferraris@gmail.com

Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris About us Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris The Association was founded around the figure of Ambassador Luigi Vittorio Ferraris. From his values, we promote culture , respect for others, support for young people who want to approach diplomacy, and a passion for international relations. Upcoming events No events at the moment Ultime notizie No posts published in this language yet Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. Receive our newsletter! Email Subscribe Thank you for subscribing! Visit our photo gallery Do you want to cooperate with us? There are many realities that collaborate with us in the area, as well as the people who revolve around the Association and make the realization of our events possible. If you would like to collaborate or have a proposal for us, write to us at the email: ass.amiciferraris@gmail.com

Our projects Our Association promotes cultural, artistic and diplomatic initiatives, activities, meetings and projects. We are in dialogue with the local area and with national and international bodies in order to spread the voice, thought and values of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris. Pizza and Politics

Projects Our Association promotes cultural, artistic and diplomatic initiatives, activities, meetings and projects. We are in dialogue with the local area and with national and international bodies in order to spread the voice, thought and values of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris. Our Association works both on its own projects and in collaboration with partner organizations, sharing common values and goals. Our projects Discover Projects in collaboration Discover

2000 - 2018 The University Career From 1988 to 2000 Luigi Vittorio taught International Relations at LUISS, where also thanks to the contribution of some of his students he succeeded in putting together a “Handbook of Italian Foreign Policy” [Bari-Rome, Laterza, 1995 and later reprint], which is judged a reference work cited in many studies on Italian foreign policy. He simultaneously teaches at the University of Trieste (Gorizia Pole) in the degree courses in “Diplomatic and International Sciences” (which he, together with Prof. Paola Pagnini, helped initiate) and in “International Relations and Strategic Studies” until 2002. He taught International Relations both at the University of Roma Tre from 2001 until 2008 and at the University of Valle d'Aosta from 2007 to 2011 (here he was also a member of the Technical Committee for the establishment of the Faculty of Political and International Sciences). He collaborated for two years with the chair of “History of Eastern Europe” at “Sapienza” in Rome. During the same years he was constantly invited to give seminars and lectures at the Universities of Florence, Macerata, Perugia, Turin, Pavia, Milan, Naples, Messina, and Urbino, also at the School of Journalism, Scuola Normale and Scuola Sant'Anna in Pisa. In his university activities he was highly esteemed by his colleagues and was much followed by his students, with many of whom deep human relationships were also born, which lasted even beyond his university career. After all, as thesis supervisor or co-rapporteur, Luigi Vittorio can count more than 700 projects, many of which are preserved at the Italian Society for International Organization (SIOI), LUISS and Roma Tre. He also maintains university contacts in Germany, obtaining teaching positions in Jena and Dresden between 1990 and 1993 with the support of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung. Between 1987 and 2018, there are numerous invitations to speak at Conventions and Conferences, including in Germany, thanks to the prestige gained as an Ambassador. Essays and articles include more than 400 titles, published in various Journals and newspapers, including Il Messaggero, L'Indipendente and Italia Oggi. Mention should also be made of his decisive action in establishing the Italian-German Center for European Excellence, located at Villa Vigoni in Loveno di Menaggio (Como), of which he was president from 1986 until 2002. He also served as Vice President of the “Centro Alti Studi Europei” in Urbino in 1992 , Vice President (1994) and later President (2000 - 2007) of both the Circolo di Studi Diplomatici in Rome and the CISCI (Centro italiano di Studi per la Conciliazione Comitato); also served on the Steering Committee of the “Daedalos Institute of Geopolitics” in Paris-Nicosia (2004 - 2007); was Advisor to the European Academy in Nicosia; was a member of the Goethe Prize Committee of the Toepfer Stiftung in Hamburg (2001 - 2011); was Coordinator of the Scientific Committee of the “University for the Elderly” and then “Free University for Adults” in Senigallia (since 1997). On May 4, 1988 he was awarded an Honorary Degree in Law by Bielefeld University at the proposal of Professor Grunsky. He received on October 27, 1990, the “Witnesses of Time” award as part of the Acqui Storia prize for his book on Germany and in April 2002 the Silver Medal of Merit in Culture. On July 14, 2002, he was awarded honorary citizenship of Ostra (Ancona), the municipality where Vaccarile's family home is located. The funeral was celebrated on November 16, 2018 at the Church of St. Peter the Apostle in Vaccarile. Present at the funeral were the family and a large participating and moved crowd of friends, acquaintances and admirers both local and from many cities such as Rome, Custoza, Gorizia and Trieste. He rests at Turin's Monumental Cemetery in the family tomb next to his beloved wife Giovanna.

Coraggio! Women fleeing the war Monday, 14 March, 2022 Rooftoop of Palazzo Navona - Rome On Monday, March 14, 2022, the first meeting of Coraggio!, the format organized by the Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris and the Hanns Seidel Foundation, was held at the Terrace of Palazzo Navona. During the event, in collaboration with the Community of Sant'Egidio, the latter's extraordinary work in welcoming women and children fleeing war, both in Italy and at the Polish-Ukrainian border, was presented. Evelina Martelli , head of the Community of Sant'Egidio's BRAVO! program, illustrated the network's commitment to offering concrete support and hope to those who have lost everything. A few days ago “International Women's Day” was celebrated, a moment that took on a profoundly different meaning this year. Everyone's thoughts went out to those suffering from war, forced to leave their homes, loved ones and lives. On this occasion, the need to build strong connections and support networks was emphasized, not only to help those in need today, but also to create a more supportive and resilient future.

Coraggio! Fast fashion? No, thank you. Slow-Fashion, ethics and sustainability in the fashion business and for the next generation Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Enoteca Spiriti - P.za di Pietra Apartment, 32 - Rome A new meeting of Courage! was held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, organized by the Association of Friends of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris in collaboration with the Hanns Seidel Foundation. Protagonist of the event was Simona Bertolotto , known as @sissiottostyle on Instagram, where she inspires nearly a million followers with her unique style and reflections on the world of fashion. The conversation, moderated by Gabriela Rostani, addressed a crucial and topical issue: “Fast Fashion? No, Thanks: Slow-Fashion, Ethics and Sustainability in the Fashion Business and for the New Generations.” Simona shared her personal experience and commitment to more responsible fashion, stimulating a rich and engaging dialogue. Heartfelt thanks were extended to the women present, whose contributions underscored the importance of valuing skills, traditions and innovation. The meeting highlighted how women are carriers of change and fundamental resources for investing in a sustainable future. This event confirmed itself as a moment of discussion on key issues that affect not only the fashion industry, but also the entire economic and social model. Photo credits: Simona Panzini

The Association The Cultural Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris, to be considered nonpartisan, apolitical and respecting all religious principles, non-profit, was founded in Rome in 2021 by the will of family members, friends and admirers of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris as an everlasting testimony to the contribution of thought and works he made in the moral, political and diplomatic fields, in Italy and abroad. Mission The Association aims to promote and encourage, in Italy and abroad, three aspects that have always been very dear to Prof. Amb. Ferraris: Studies in the field of international relations, humanities and social sciences. The activities of training, tutoring and mentoring. The activities and commitment to young people both in the area of studies and in the area of getting them into the world of work. Board of Directors Dr. Alessandra Gatta - President Dr. Silke Schmitt - President Dr. Federico Sergiani - Vice president Hon. Prof. Emanuela del Re - Honorary President Hon. Giuseppe Moles - Honorary President Dr. Agnese Barberi - Secretary General Dr. Fabrizio Frinolli - Treasurer Dr. Marina Petteruti Romano - Councilor CONTACT US at: ass.amiciferraris@gmail.com Read our Statute Statute

1952 - 1962 Start of the Diplomatic Career He joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on February 16, 1952, and was assigned to the General Directorate (DG) of Personnel, in the Secretariat of then Minister Maurilio Coppini, who had chosen him because he knew Russian. Coppini had been Consul in Kharkov, Ukraine in the 1930s. As was the practice at the Ministry, after a year he was sent for six months “volunteering” at the Consulate General in Munich. He attends the Salzsburg Seminar for American Studies for a month. In August 1953 he returns as scheduled to the Ministry and is assigned again to DG Personnel, and then briefly to the Press Service (during the Trieste crisis) and on March 1, 1954 again to DG Personnel. As the first overseas post he obtains the direction of a Vice Consulate Newark (NJ) in the United States, where he arrives on April 23, 1955. In the fall of 1956 he is seconded for a very short time to the Representation to the United Nations (Suez and Hungary crises). In May 1957 Luigi Vittorio is transferred to Ankara where he arrives on October 1, 1957. Luigi Vittorio is able to speak and write in Turkish. On July 10, 1959, then Minister Plenipotentiary Roberto Gaja, Head of Mission in Sofia, Bulgaria, offered to go with him to Sofia as number two. And once again the ease of learning languages will enable Luigi Vittorio to read and understand Bulgarian. In March 1962, Luigi Vittorio was called back to the Ministry in Rome, and assigned once again, at his explicit request, to DG Personnel.