Roberto Malini
Roberto Malini is an environmental and human rights defender, author and artist. He is the co-founder of EveryOne Group, an international organisation protecting vulnerable groups such as Roma, refugees, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and victims of environmental injustice. He co-founded the PESARO: NO GNL civic initiative to oppose the construction of a liquified natural gas terminal in a high-risk residential and ecological area. Despite being subjected to threats, legal and administrative harassment, and anonymous threats, he has not ceased to work for social justice and dignity. His work has been recognised with several awards including the Rotondi Award for Art Rescuers and the Phralipé Prize.
Freedom of expression and assembly are constitutionally guaranteed and generally respected in Italy. However, the Italian police has been accused on numerous occasions of excessive use of force against peaceful protesters and activists.
