# Italian journalism industry awards

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-journalism-industry-awards
> Updated: 2026-09-17T19:44:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Italian journalists were recently recognized at industry ceremonies for various professional achievements. In Rome, Pasquale Quaranta, Diversity Editor for La Stampa, received the 2026 Diversity Media Award for Best Web Print Article for his work regarding the history of Turin’s first civil union couple.

In Milan, Vittorio Feltri, the editorial director of Il Giornale, was presented with a Special Career Award at the 9th Icch Young Communicators Awards. During his acceptance, Feltri discussed the evolution of the industry and defended the continued relevance of print media, asserting that “the people still need printed paper because when you read something in a newspaper you think it is true.”

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Italian journalists receive honors for diversity and career achievements

Italian journalists Pasquale Quaranta and Vittorio Feltri received major industry honors in Rome and Milan, respectively, highlighting themes of social inclusion and the enduring value of print media.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-journalists-receive-honors-for-diversity-and-career-achievements

### 2026-09-17: Vittorio Feltri receives Special Career Award for journalism

Journalist Vittorio Feltri received a Special Career Award in Milan for his contributions to Italian journalism and public debate.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-feltri-receives-special-career-award-for-journalism

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