Hellenic Global Media International, together with its media networks Hellenic Media Group and Hellenic Los Angeles Media Network, supported the 9th edition of the Premio Radici in Calabria, Italy.
HELLENIC LOS ANGELES MEDIA NETWORK | OCTOBER 24, 2026
CIRÒ MARINA, CALABRIA, ITALY — The ninth edition of the Premio Radici took place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Teatro Alikia in Cirò Marina, Calabria, highlighting the importance of cultural identity, journalism, artistic expression, professional achievement, and international cooperation.
The event celebrated the people and contributions that help preserve cultural heritage, strengthen communities, and promote excellence across different professional fields. Through its focus on achievement and social contribution, the Premio Radici highlighted the enduring connection between local identity and international cultural recognition.
Celebrating Calabria’s Outstanding Personalities
The Premio Radici is a cultural initiative dedicated to recognizing individuals whose professional journeys and contributions reflect the richness of Calabria’s social, cultural, and intellectual life.
Among the personalities announced for the 2026 edition were Domenico Maduli, president of Gruppo Pubbliemme and founder of LaC Network, and Franco Laratta, director of LaC News24, representing the regional media and journalism sector.
The artistic community was represented by master goldsmith Michele Affidato and sculptor and goldsmith Antonio Affidato. Other personalities announced included journalist and author Vinicio Leonetti, educator Teresa Caligiuri, healthcare professionals Letizia Tiano and Antonio Vaccaro, and oncology researcher Katia Grillone.
Their professional paths reflect the diverse ways in which knowledge, creativity, dedication, and public service can contribute to the development of society.
A Cultural Institution Connecting Heritage and Contemporary Achievement
The Premio Radici is associated with the promotion of historical memory and the cultural roots of Southern Italy. The initiative was conceived by writer and poet Francesca Gallello, whose cultural activities emphasize the relationship between heritage, identity, and contemporary creativity.
The event involved RADICI Internazionale, in collaboration with the local RADICI chapter in Cirò Marina and VELIERO APS. The region’s entrepreneurial and wine-producing heritage also formed part of the wider cultural context surrounding the initiative.
Beyond the recognition of individual achievements, the Premio Radici offers an opportunity to promote Calabria’s cultural identity and strengthen its visibility within Italy and internationally.
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