Authoritarianisms in Democracy
As part of the cultural initiatives promoted by the Casa della Cultura in Milan, the new series "Autoritarismi in democrazia" [Authoritarianisms in Democracy] is launching — a cycle of events aimed at exploring the political, social, and symbolic transformations that, in many parts of the world, are putting democratic institutions under pressure today.
Presentation of the book "For a Possible Peace"
On Wednesday, April 29th at 6:30 PM, Feltrinelli Libri e Musica at Largo Torre Argentina 5/a in Rome hosts the presentation of Per una pace possibile. Responsabilità, giustizia e riparazione al tempo delle guerre (Feltrinelli, 2026) by Adolfo Ceretti and Roberto Cornelli.
Peace Among School Desks
“Peace Among School Desks” is an educational and workshop-based program promoted by the University of Milan as part of the “La Statale for Peace” initiative and the PNRR guidance pathways supporting the transition from school to university.
“We want change but not like this”: Iran between violence and the desire for liberation
What is the relationship between violence and freedom? Can violence truly emancipate? Taking the situation in Iran as a starting point, this is a reflection on one of the most persistent promises in recent political history: that violence can be an instrument of liberation. A promise that, in practice, so often turns out to be a betrayal.
The restorative path to justice
The book by Antoine Garapon reflects on justice in the face of extreme crimes, questioning the traditional punitive paradigm. Through the concept of a “restorative path,” it explores listening, responsibility, and social reconstruction as key elements of justice processes.
A. Ceretti, R. Cornelli (2026) For a Possible Peace: Responsibility, Justice, and Repair in the Time of Wars
In a time when war is once again becoming the everyday language of politics and of our collective imagination, Ceretti and Cornelli offer a radical, countercurrent reflection: is peace still thinkable? And under what conditions?
Forgiveness as a legal condition: A study of the uses of forgiveness in the Basque conflict
The article analyzes the use of forgiveness as a legal requirement in the context of the Basque conflict, highlighting its normative and political implications. It critically examines the transformation of a moral category into a regulatory tool within penal and post-conflict processes.
Constructing ‘Victim-Centred Peace’: The Contribution of the International Criminal Court’s Reparations to Victims in the Al-Mahdi Case in Timbuktu
The article explores how ICC reparations in the Al-Mahdi case contributed to building a “victim-centred peace” in Timbuktu. The concept is examined through justice, material restoration, and victims’ satisfaction, highlighting the tangible impact of reparative measures.
Making Peace with the World. A Multifocal Perspective on Reality
We are pleased to present the lecture series, organized in collaboration with the Municipality of Como and under the patronage of the University of Insubria, “Making Peace with the World: A Multifocal Perspective on Reality,” dedicated to the major currents of contemporary culture.
International Justice Under Attack
The conference “International Justice Under Attack” explores the challenges facing international criminal justice in responding to war crimes and violations of international law. Through a lectio magistralis and expert interventions, the event will analyze the limits, threats, and future prospects of global justice.