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National Day of Legality 2026 in Caltagirone

30 April:08:00 - 17:00

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Hoffmann Museum in Caltagirone will host the National Day of Legality, an event dedicated to honoring the memory of victims of the mafia and promoting a culture of legality.

The initiative, organized by the Association Conadomini E.T.S., with the free patronage of the Municipality of Caltagirone and in collaboration with the Hoffmann Museum, Pro Loco, the Youth Council, and the Zero Molestie Sinalp Help Desk (all based in Caltagirone), represents an important opportunity for discussion on key issues such as justice, rights, active citizenship, and civic engagement, involving institutions, experts, young people, and citizens.

Program of the Day of Legality at the Hoffmann Museum

The event will begin at 9:00 AM with participant registration, followed by institutional greetings and a public debate on key topics related to legality:

  • Legality as a daily cultural value
  • The importance of reporting wrongdoing
  • Prevention of violence and intimidation
  • The role of citizens in protecting the local territory
  • Defense of democratic institutions
  • Education for legality in schools
  • The importance of memory as an educational tool

At 11:15 AM, a remembrance moment titled “Remembering to Choose Which Side to Stand On” will take place, followed by the “Tree of Memory” ceremony, dedicated to victims of the mafia.

At 12:00 PM, space will be given to young people with “Legality Told by Students”, featuring presentations of essays, poems, and creative works by students. The event will conclude at 12:30 PM.

Speakers at the National Day of Legality 2026

The event will feature prominent representatives from institutional, legal, and social sectors:

  • Fabio Roccuzzo, Mayor of Caltagirone
  • Giuseppe Fiorito, Councillor for Legality
  • Sergio Gruttadauria, Deputy Mayor of the Metropolitan City of Catania
  • Luca Fosco, President of the Criminal Lawyers Association of Caltagirone
  • Sabrina Gambino, Public Prosecutor of Siracusa
  • Pino Maniaci, journalist, TeleJato
  • Luca Giarmanà, founder of Parlamente
  • Natasha Pisana, National Coordinator of ZeroMolestie Sinalp
  • Denise Maria Murgo, legal advisor, Zero Molestie Sinalp Help Desk Caltagirone
  • Paola Cosentino, Vice President of AIGA Caltagirone and legal advisor, Zero Molestie Sinalp
  • Francesco Amato, President of the Youth Council

The event will be moderated by Salvo Cona, press officer of the Hoffmann Museum.

Why Attend the Day of Legality in Caltagirone

The National Day of Legality is a key moment to reflect on the value of justice and collective responsibility, remembering symbolic figures such as Giovanni Falcone, Paolo Borsellino, and Peppino Impastato.

Taking part means actively contributing to building a fairer society, based on respect for the law, memory, and daily civic commitment.

Practical Information

📍 Location: Hoffmann Museum, Caltagirone
📅 Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
🕘 Time: from 9:00 AM

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