Festival Economy and Spirituality: A Conference on Tour across Italy
The Economics and Spirituality Festival has become an unmissable event for all those seeking to understand the world through a multidisciplinary lens. Launched in 2015, the festival has always stood out for its holistic approach, involving economists, artists, journalists and spiritual leaders from different religious denominations. 2023 marks the eighth edition and focuses on a topic as delicate as it is necessary: spiritual capital.
Over the years, the festival has seen the participation of leading figures in various fields, from Franco Battiato and Simone Cristicchi in the world of music, to economic experts and philosophers such as Carlo Cottarelli and Massimo Cacciari. The festival's resonance and success led it to travel to several Italian cities, including Prato, Scandicci and Capannori, before returning to its place of origin, Lucca.
Upcoming Events: From Alan Sorrenti to Flavio Insinna
This year's line-up promises to be equally stimulating, with a calendar full of events and debates. Alan Sorrenti will be in concert with his quartet on September 12th in Cantagallo, Prato. Furthermore, in honor of the centenary of Don Milani's birth, an event will be held with Paolo Landi, Barbiana's pupil, and the Don Milani institution on 22 September in Borgo a Mozzano.
There will also be no shortage of prominent figures such as Alberto Melloni, historian, and David Lumera, psychotherapist, who will participate in various debates and discussions. Luigino Bruni, international manager of the Economy of Francesco project, will speak at an event in Lucca on 27 September.
Sustainability and Cities of the Future: A Debate with Experts and Mayors
One of the most anticipated events is certainly the sustainability day which will be held in Lucca on 16 September. The event will see the participation of mayors from several Italian cities, including Pisa, Pistoia and Assisi. Moderated by Silvia Toniolo of Noi Tv, the debate will focus on the concept of a sustainable city and will see the remote intervention of Enrico Giovannini, former Minister of Infrastructure and president of the Agency for Sustainable Development.
Technology, Degrowth and Migrations: An Afternoon of Insights
In the afternoon, the festival will be enriched with further thematic sessions, touching on topics such as degrowth, technology and international cooperation. A particular focus will be dedicated to the Mediterranean, exploring its role between culture and migration. Izzedin Elzir, Imam of Florence, will be one of the protagonists of this debate, speaking with Alessandro Bedini.
The musical group "Voci del Mediterraneo" will brighten the day, with a repertoire that promises to blend different cultural and musical influences.
In summary, the Economics and Spirituality Festival continues to be a vital platform for discussion and interaction between different fields of knowledge, proposing an increasingly necessary dialogue in a rapidly changing world.
