Coraggio! New government and women's issues Thursday, October 20, 2022 Enoteca Spiriti - Rome The second meeting of Coraggio! was held last October 2022, an event of great interest at Enoteca Spiriti, Piazza di Pietra, Rome. Guest of the evening was Chiara Albanese of Bloomberg, who offered an in-depth analysis of the election outcome and the implications of the new government on the Italian economy and the European context. Particular attention was paid to “women's issues,” highlighting the challenges and opportunities for promoting greater gender equity in the political and economic spheres. The meeting was not only an opportunity for reflection and debate on crucial topical issues, but also an opportunity to expand professional connections thanks to the networking aperitif that followed the discussion. The cozy atmosphere on the second floor of the Enoteca fostered discussion among the participants, strengthening ties and stimulating new projects in a collaborative atmosphere.

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Logo The Logo of this Association was created by Chiara Mensa , great-granddaughter of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris and daughter of Marina Petteruti Romano, one of the Founding Members and granddaughter of the Ambassador. The acquaintance between Chiara and Luigi Vittorio, albeit brief for reasons of age, shines through in the creation of a Logo that reflects in synthesis Luigi Vittorio's love of books, read and written, and his passion for Diplomacy to which the Ambassador sought to bring young students of all backgrounds closer, in respect and defense of human rights and collaboration among peoples. The supporting structure of the Logo encloses the three letters LVF of the Ambassador's name, and develops vertically and horizontally. Vertically with the interplay of the empty and full of the characters L and V, which give a glimpse into the L the shaft of a fountain pen, which is drawn in Vittorio's V. Pair of these two vertical letters contrasted with Ferraris's horizontally unfolding F to represent the openness to others manifested by the Ambassador in his character always open to human relations. Thus we have the vertical of diplomacy supporting the horizontal of society. That is, the strength of diplomatic action, expressed through treaties and written books of which the Ambassador has often been the author and co-author, in the cooperation acting at the international level to achieve good among Peoples. The round badge inscribing the Logo is surrounded by the inscription “Association of Friends of Luigi Vittorio Ferraris,” to represent a globe, as an expression of the international character of the thought and work carried out by the Professor and so dear to him. Finally, the colors red and white to recall the family banner kept in the country villa in Vaccarile in the Marche region of Italy. Chiara Mensa Great-granddaughter of the Ambassador Luigi Vittorio Ferraris and daughter of Marina Petteruti Romano Born in Rome, she received a five-year single-cycle degree “EU Architecture” (B. arch equivalent) from the University of Rome “ La Sapienza” in 2012. After a career in several design studios in England and Australia, she founded Hyphae, an independent design consultancy focused on eco-friendly visual design with a focus towards more sustainable and ethical products, activities and businesses, in the field of web. Since 2022, Chiara has decided to redirect her career to pursuing her true passion, establishing herself as an independent artist and specializing in creating prints through linoleum etching. Website: https://chiaramensa.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiaramensaart Shop: https://chiaramensaart.etsy.com

Our partners The Hanns Seidel Italy Foundation, active since 2022 in Rome, is committed to strengthening the German-Italian dialogue from a European perspective, enriching it with a Bavarian perspective and based on Christian-social values. The foundation promotes a dialogue that addresses issues crucial to European integration. Key topics include security, innovation, migration, international cooperation, economics and food security, with the aim of contributing to shared solutions for the geopolitical challenges of the future. AMKA is a humanitarian organization engaged since 2001 in the most vulnerable countries with development projects in the areas of: health, education, access to food and clean water, and support for productive activities. It works in Italy, Guatemala and the Democratic Republic of Congo. With Amka we organize our annual Christmas Concert, as well as other cross-cutting projects.

Caffè Diplomatico The “Caffè Diplomatico” Project encompasses a series of webinars exclusively for association members, aimed at creating a stimulating environment for debate on issues of diplomacy and international relations. The meetings will be held on a regular basis and will host diplomats and experts, who will share their experiences and knowledge on historical and current topics. The main objective is to stimulate debate among members, encouraging direct and constructive discussion. It also aims to increase knowledge of international dynamics and keep the association network active by creating opportunities for participants to meet and exchange. Each webinar will last approximately 90 minutes, with a presentation by the expert followed by a question-and-answer session. Topics will range from the history of diplomacy to contemporary conflicts, from international politics to global cooperation issues. Members will be asked to register in advance to ensure active interaction and better manage the interventions. It is expected to increase active member participation, raise awareness of diplomacy issues and create a network for discussion and collaboration. The “Diplomatic Café” webinar series offers a unique opportunity to deepen understanding of international dynamics, promoting lively and informed debate and helping to build a cohesive and active community within the association. COME BACK TO THE PROJECTS Caffè Diplomatico January 22, 2025 A new European security architecture: From Helsinki to Ukraine With Ambassador Guido Lenzi Read more Caffè Diplomatico November 13, 2024 The Hague Peace and Disarmament Conference 1899 With Ambassador Massimo Spinetti Read more

Al centro dell’incontro il tema “Rethinking & Powering the Digital Age in Politics and Society”. Ne abbiamo parlato con Andrea Lindholz, Vicepresidente del Bundestag. Coraggio! Ethics and Artificial Intelligence Monday, 11 November, 2024 Six Senses Hotel - Rome Moderated by Marlis Morganti of the Hanns Seidel Foundation, the event featured Tiziana Catarci, Director of the Department of Computer, Automatic and Management Engineering. The meeting was a unique opportunity to explore the topic of artificial intelligence, with an in-depth look at its risks and benefits. Tiziana Catarci offered stimulating insights and future perspectives on ethics in the use of technology, emphasizing the need for a conscious and responsible approach. Coraggio! is a series of meetings focused on cross-cutting issues of great relevance, involving a network of women ready to confront and support each other. We want awareness of women's value and courage not to remain an isolated event, but to radiate into society as a whole, so that gender distinction becomes secondary to the individual.

1980 - 1987 The German Period After the Partenopean interlude, Secretary General Malfatti decided for him for the far more important Embassy in Bonn. Luigi Vittorio and his wife Giovanna arrived in Bonn, on January 14, 1980, by train from Frankfurt (an original choice, to say the least) with the Intercity “Germania” and the Station Chief in full uniform waiting on the platform together with the Foreign Ceremonial and the Embassy's diplomatic staff! From 1980 to 1987 Luigi Vittorio, Ambassador in Bonn, travels all over the territory with very frequent visits everywhere, and talks with all the Länder Presidents, local personalities, many Mayors, and many important cultural institutes, such as the Bertelsmann Stiftung or the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. He frequently visits and lectures at almost all universities, where he is received with special attention especially because Herr Professor und Kollege, is the only Italian member of the Association of University Professors. He makes intensive political contacts there and also with political figures from Italy. Significant is his insertion into German politics and with frequent appearances on television and radio programs and very frequent interviews in newspapers as well as countless contributions to collected books (over a hundred) where his signature is sought after and appreciated. Indeed, he is a sought-after commentator and thus many speeches and lectures with continuous participation in the activities of cultural institutions, from Europa Union to Aspen or Koerner Stiftung or Bertelsmann Stiftung, as well as as an honored speaker in many important German institutions and press, radio and television interviews and frequent participation in talk-shows, for which he is a sought-after guest. He ensures his presence at fairs of all kinds with much appreciation from Italian exhibitors. After all, thanks to the prestige he acquired, such activity would continue even after he ceased to serve as Ambassador for a large part of the 1990s. From that period there are also numerous articles in political and scientific journals. Particular attention is paid to the communities of Italians, which he visits frequently and with personal success, especially in Wolfsburg, a city symbolic of the presence of Italian workers in Germany. He manages to establish direct contact with Italian communities no longer mediated by politicized organizations, which are considered unrepresentative. For the same reason he opposed the establishment of elected workers' committees, considering them useless, something that would find confirmation in the facts after his departure from Germany. A 'successful activity remembered even after many decades is summarized in a book of his in German, “Wenn schon denn schon,” which sold over ten thousand copies. On December 1, 1988, the book was presented in Bonn by Foreign Minister Genscher, an unusual recognition, and also cited by former Chancellors Schmidt and Kohl.

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Coraggio! Women and Diplomacy in the Sahel: What Future for the EU-Africa Partnership? Friday, June 7, 2024 Spazio Sette Bookstore - Rome On June 7, 2024, an important meeting organized by the Hanns Seidel Foundation and the Associazione Amici di Luigi Vittorio Ferraris, as part of the cycle Coraggio! was held at the Spazio Sette bookstore in Rome. The event, entitled Women and Diplomacy in the Sahel: What Future for the EU-Africa Partnership?, was attended by Professor Emanuela Del Re , EU Special Representative for the Sahel and former Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The meeting offered an in-depth analysis of the complex reality of the Sahel, a region that stretches between Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger. The central role that Europe has played for years in this vast area was discussed, with economic, social, political and military initiatives aimed at consolidating cooperation and promoting development. However, it emerged how Europe faces significant challenges today in an increasingly critical context, especially for girls and women in the region. Indeed, flight, poverty, and discrimination are seriously affecting the future prospects of adolescent girls in Mali and Burkina Faso. Under the moderation of Elisabetta Grassia, Technical Assistant on EU-Africa programs and AALVF member, Professor Del Re offered an expert and personal look at the topics discussed, emphasizing the urgency of strengthening the partnership between the European Union and Africa to address the most pressing issues, including women's empowerment, security and sustainable development. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to reflect not only on the problems of the present, but also on the possibilities of building a more equitable and inclusive future for Sahel communities, especially for young women who face the toughest challenges. Photo credits: Simona Panzini