Open event · 23 November 2026 · EPLO Hall, Rome
On 23 November 2026, EPLO’s Rome office will host the 2026 edition of Roman Woman Ambassador, a ceremony honoring women who make Rome a more inclusive, supportive, and vibrant city. The event marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and it is open to the public. ELGU students and alumni are warmly invited to attend.
Now in its second edition, Roman Woman Ambassador brings together public institutions, civil society, academia, and the media. Twenty women will receive the title of Roman Woman Ambassador 2026 for their contribution to the community and their commitment to positive social change. A special award will also recognize stories of courage, resilience, and renewal, highlighting the fight against violence and discrimination against women in all its forms.
The afternoon goes beyond an awards ceremony. Through the testimonies of the honorees, participants will reflect on the role of women in society today and on the many ways they shape the cultural, social, and civic life of the Italian capital.
Why it matters to the ELGU community
Fundamental rights, equality, and social inclusion sit at the heart of what ELGU students study, from the rule of law to democratic governance. This event offers a chance to see those values in practice, hear directly from women driving change in their communities, and connect with representatives of public institutions, civil society, and the media in Rome.
Program
Institutional remarks
Prof. Bernardo Giorgio Mattarella, Director, EPLO Rome Office
Alessandro Alongi, Councilor, Municipality Rome XII
Fabio Pompei, Director, European Center for Cultural Studies (CESC)
Claudia Gaspari, activist
Cinzia Giorgio, writer
Award ceremony
Presentation of the title to the 20 Roman Woman Ambassadors 2026
Presentation of the special award
Host: Paola Donnini, journalist and television presenter
Event details
Date: Monday, 23 November 2026
Time: 16:00 (please arrive by 15:45 for check-in)
Venue: EPLO Hall, Via di Porta Portese 6, Rome (2nd floor)
Organized by: the European Center for Cultural Studies (CESC), hosted by EPLO
Registration
Participation is free but requires prior registration. Reserve your place here: https://forms.gle/WnRzoqYcCfZcDpUy6
