9 January 2026

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In Turin, the medals and certificates of Righteous Among the

In Turin, the medals and certificates of Righteous Among the Nations awarded by Yad vashem in Jerusalem were presented to the families of Maria and Mario Rivella, Ernesto and Luigina Albezzano, and Don Stefano Cossavella. The former saved the Disegni family of Turin, consisting of Donato, Ninnella, and their daughters Myriam and Sara; the latter saved Dr. Armando Morello, a Jewish physician from Casale Monferrato. Some photos from the ceremony.

Other news:

  • A day of reflection and discussion on teaching the Holocaust

    5 May 2026

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    On April 28, 2026, a day of study and discussion was held at the "Domenico Berti" State High School in Turin, promoted by the Shoah Teaching Network. The meeting represented a key opportunity for methodological reflection and the sharing of best practices among schools of all levels, with students from different grade levels in attendance. By Eva Vitali Norsa.

  • Reading The Hostage together, in memory of Francesca Lolli

    5 May 2026

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    At the initiative of the Italy-Israel Association, the book "L'ostaggio" (Newton Compton 2026), a direct and profound testimony by Eli Sharabi, was presented on April 28. The afternoon was spent in memory of our dear librarian Francesca Lolli. By David Sorani.

  • Moked, Torah, love and fantasy

    5 May 2026

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    The traditional Moked, the spring cultural gathering organized by the Union of Italian Jewish Communities, took place from April 30th to May 3rd. It returned to its usual setting in Milano Marittima after last year's Calabrian outing. By Anna Segre.