Il Settembre di Demetra Festival

IAF President Gabriella Arrigo was honoured with the 2026 National Demetra Award “Irene Tripodi”, in recognition of her contributions to Science, Culture and Space Diplomacy.

The award ceremony took place on 7 September 2026 the ninth edition of the “Il Settembre di Demetra” cultural festival.

The prestigious award recognises Arrigo's commitment to advancing international cooperation, promoting space diplomacy, and strengthening the links between science, culture, and society.

This recognition highlights the importance of space as a driver of dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and international collaboration, and represents a proud moment for the International Astronautical Federation.