Istituto Alcide Cervi democratic and constitutional programs

The Istituto Alcide Cervi has hosted a series of events focused on constitutional values and the stability of democratic systems.

In late September, the institute held a discussion titled ‘Articolo 11: l’Italia ripudia la guerra’ (Article 11: Italy repudiates war) at Teatro Valli. This event concluded the first year of a three-year program commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic and its Constitution, featuring discussions between religious leaders, politicians, and historians regarding peace as a foundation for the future.

Following this, in early October, the institute concluded an international conference titled ‘Democracy, its enemies and its challenges’ at Casa Cervi. The conference brought together scholars and political scientists to examine the origins of crises facing liberal democracies. Discussions spanned various global regions, including the United States, Germany, Eastern Europe, France, the European Union, and Latin America, to explore the impact of autocracies and technocracies on democratic stability.