Diplomatic Advisor to the 🇮🇹Minister for Disabilities. Previously in Algiers, Berlin, UN NY, Tehran. Personal opinions. RT & following don’t equal endorsement
OSCE PA Vice-President @eugenio_zoffili participated in #EXPOAID2026 in Rimini, highlighting the role of parliamentary diplomacy in advancing disability inclusion and reaffirming the principle: "Nothing about us without us."
https://t.co/pYKOHh0yDZ
This morning at the side-event during #COSP19, organized by Italy alongside @UAEMissionToUN and @IDA_CRPD_Forum, paralympic athletes took the floor and gave moving testimonies on what sport truly means to them, a journey of self-discovery, resilience and belonging that goes far beyond competition.
Their words reminded us that disability is too often viewed through a restrictive lens. Yet sport, recreation, and culture have the power to change that narrative. They create spaces where people can discover their strengths, build confidence, and become active protagonists in their communities.
Inclusion is not merely a policy objective; it is a cultural transformation. It begins when we stop focusing on limitations and start investing in people's potential. This is the path Italy has chosen: promoting the full valorisation of every person's talents, abilities, and dignity.
As Minister @Ale_Locatelli_ stated The Solfagnano Charter points the way forward, and we remain committed to turning its principles into concrete action.
#CRPD #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #disabilities #inclusion #EveryoneIncluded
Today, on the occasion of #COSP19, Italy together with @UKUN_NewYork and the @IDA_CRPD_Forum hosted the side event "Sporting Talents in the Life Project", dedicated to recognising the talents of persons with disabilities and supporting their full participation in life.
As Minister @Ale_Locatelli_ stated sport is a universal language that unites people, breaks down barriers and promotes respect, solidarity and participation - an extraordinary tool for inclusion and an essential dimension for the growth, autonomy and fulfilment of every person.
Through the Solfagnano Charter, Italy reaffirms its commitment to rights, inclusion and equal opportunities for all persons with disabilities. Because a society that values everyone's talents is a stronger and fairer society. #CRPD #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #disabilities #inclusion #EveryoneIncluded
At the @UN#COSP19, Minister @Ale_Locatelli_ reaffirmed the new approach driving Italy's disability reform.
In line with the #SolfagnanoCharter and #CRDP, the plan introduces the "Life Project" to reduce bureaucracy, coordinate health and social services, and focus on people’s potential rather than their limitations.
The key goals include making #AI and #technologies accessible, protecting people during #crises, humanitarian emergencies, and conflicts.
Link to statement https://t.co/dFtUZVQRGP
#DisabilityRights #InclusionForAll #UN #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs
At the UNHQ, 🇮🇹Minister for Disabilities @Ale_Locatelli_ inaugurated the exhibit “Inclusion and Disability: The #Solfagnano Charter “Nothing about us, without us”, a key document produced by the 🇮🇹G7 meeting, that foregrounds #inclusion, #dignity, and #equalopportunities for persons with #disabilities worldwide.
The message is simple yet powerful: we must recognize the potential in every person and work together to build a more #inclusive and #supportive society.
Thank you to @undesa, all distinguished 🇺🇳 representatives, journalists and the many associations, young people and Paralympic athletes, who shared this moment with us.
Don’t miss the exhibit on display at the UN South Wall through June 19.
La Carta di #Solfagnano all’ONU, @Ale_Locatelli_ : “Guardare alle potenzialità, non ai limiti”.
Il ministro per le #disabilità ha inaugurato la mostra ai margini della 19ª Conferenza degli Stati Parte della Convenzione #ONU sui Diritti delle Persone con Disabilità (#COSP19)
@ItalyUN_NY
https://t.co/tcK2kDIQi8
La #Farnesina celebra la Giornata Nazionale dello Sport, riconoscendo il ruolo centrale dello #sport quale veicolo di dialogo, crescita e #diplomaziasportiva.
Grazie ai nostri atleti, ambasciatori dei valori italiani nel mondo, lo sport contribuisce a promuovere il rispetto reciproco, la sana competizione e l’incontro tra culture, rafforzando i legami tra i Paesi e le comunità.
Leggi il comunicato 👇
https://t.co/vY5jcTOljD
Today we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic 🇮🇹. As Minister @Antonio_Tajani notes: “We are proud of our Republic’s 80th anniversary. Dear Italians, you are the strength of Italy: those who work, study, create, innovate, invest, help others, serve our institutions, and carry Italy’s values out into the world every day. June 2 is your celebration, our celebration.”
#2Giugno #FestadellaRepubblica
On the occasion of the 23rd International Day of #Peacekeepers 🇺🇳, Italy renews its commitment to international peace and security. Minister @Antonio_Tajani recalled how the Blue Helmets of @UNPeacekeeping are a beacon of hope and peace.
Read the press release👇
https://t.co/TKR8AigYW5
#PKDay #InvestInPeace
On #AfricaDay, we celebrate a continent rich in history, cultures, and energy for the future.
🇮🇹 sees the African continent as a strategic priority, strengthening dialogue and #cooperation to build opportunities for growth and shared development together. 🌍
Read the press release 🔗
https://t.co/bf2OZrh6zZ
Congratulations to Prof. Dr Mario Draghi, former President of the European Central Bank and former Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, for being awarded the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen 2026.
#Karlspreis2026
📸 Karlspreis / Christian van't Hoen
Inaugurata in Ambasciata dal Ministro @Ale_Locatelli_ la mostra “Nothing about us, without us” sulla Carta di Solfagnano, con la quale il G7 si è impegnato a promuovere un concetto più ampio di inclusione. Presente anche il Commissario federale per la disabilità #JürgenDusel🇮🇹🇩🇪
🇪🇺 #ItalyMFA celebrates #EuropeDay.
The Schuman Declaration, the founding act of the European integration process, was signed on May 9, 1950. A historic moment that marked the beginning of the European project, promoting peace, cooperation, and development, profoundly transforming the continent and strengthening the bonds among its peoples.
🌍 Italy believes in a united Europe, capable of addressing global challenges and safeguarding the shared values of freedom, solidarity, and democracy.
#EuropeDay
Min. @Antonio_Tajani, following the convening of Italy’s Ambassadors in the Middle East to take stock of the crisis in the Gulf, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and assistance to our nationals 🗣️: “I asked our Embassies to continue to closely monitor the security situation, in order to ensure timely and effective support for Italians in the region.
Our shared objective is a lasting peace: an agreement on a ceasefire, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to guarantee freedom of navigation, and the end of Iran’s military nuclear program. We are also following the situation in Lebanon: Iran must use its influence over Hezbollah to halt attacks against Israel.
We are working to promote an immediate de-escalation and a return to diplomatic dialogue, in coordination with our European and international partners.”