Good afternoon, friends. At the end of October I attended a conference dedicated to Edith Stein, a twentieth-century philosopher. I’ll say right away that I was truly struck by it, because seeing that even back then a humble person, with all her own difficulties, felt a desire to learn more about disability and to understand how to approach it is, in my view, something that deserves great respect. We are talking about the period of the Second World War, if I’m not mistaken, and at that time it was far from easy to step forward to help people with disabilities or even to find reliable information.
The years of the Second World War were especially difficult because Edith Stein was Jewish, and there were many more obstacles to facing and studying disability. What amazed me was not only her constant thirst for knowledge, but also her commitment to passing that knowledge on.
I attended the conference, organized at the Kairos Forum, together with Paola, Daniele, and Cristina. I can honestly say it was an honor for me. It is important today to speak about people like her, who took real risks in the name of knowledge. These are historical figures worth remembering — and we shouldn’t just know about them; as Edith Stein herself showed us, we must always fight to pass their legacy on to the future.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone, from our small Fede e Luce group to the young people who chose to get involved with us. I hope that with the new year — 2026 — Fede e Luce will enjoy a more fruitful season with young people, especially through initiatives designed specifically for them.
Thank you, my dear readers, because I see that more and more of you are following me on the blog. See you next time, and warm Christmas wishes to you all!