Weaving Dialogue: Fraternal Cities for Peace

Fordham Law Summer School in ItalyJuly 24-30, 2025 - Castel Gandolfo, Italy

A high-level training program designed for young scholars, researchers, and professionals interested in addressing the challenges of sustainable development through the lens of Integral Ecology.  


This Summer School aims to create an interdisciplinary research and discussion space, fostering the analysis and reimagining of contemporary cities as places of peace, inclusion, and sustainability. With a scientific and applied approach, participants will engage in an intensive training program, guided by internationally recognized experts, featuring:

  • Lectures
  • Workshops
  • Project-based activities
  • Meetings with distinguished speakers and practitioners


This unique experience will provide participants with the tools and insights necessary to develop innovative solutions for a more sustainable and inclusive urban future.

 

Key Study & Research Areas

  • Philosophy & Complex Thought
  • Rights, New Technologies & Sustainability
  • Innovation, Management & Marketing
  • Geopolitics & International Relations

Program Overview

 

Program Overview

Who Can Participate? 


The program is open to a maximum of 50 young participants (ages 18-30) with a strong interest in Integral Ecology and sustainable development.

  • Selection through a motivational interview
  • Sections in Italian & English (translation available)
Fordha Law Students in circle

Ways to Participate

There are two ways to participate in the Summer School:


1. Attend as a participant, engaging in the full training program.

2. Attend and submit a paper or project idea, which will be evaluated for presentation during the Summer School and considered for publication.


For those whose project ideas are selected, there will be an opportunity to continue developing their work under the guidance of tutors and faculty, fostering the practical application of the knowledge acquired.  

 

Application & Submission Details


Applicants must submit the registration form, along with a statement of motivation, via email to: lawreligion@fordham.edu

Please write "Summer School Italy 2025" in the subject line to ensure proper processing of your application.

  • Application Deadline for Participation: March 21, 2025
  • Admission Interviews: April 8 - April 18, 2025


Application Form

 

Interested in submitting a paper or project idea?


Please indicate this in your cover letter/statement of motivation.

Deadline to Present Paper or Ideas: June 30, 2025


Details for submission and template below:

Call for Papers - More Details Here

Paper Template

 

Costs & Scholarships 


Registration Fee

  • €150 for international students
  • €200 for Italian students


Scholarships

Thanks to the support of partners and donors, each selected participant will receive a scholarship worth €1,200, covering the full cost of the training program.

Attendees are responsible for their own travel expenses.  


Travel Expense Reimbursement Opportunity

International students may be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, depending on the availability of funds provided by the project's sponsors. Reimbursement opportunities will be discussed during the admission interview.  

Additional Opportunity: Euro-Mediterranean Integral Ecology Meeting

Participants will also have the optional opportunity to attend the Euro-Mediterranean Meeting on Integral Ecology – in November 2025 in Taranto, Italy.

This annual scientific gathering fosters dialogue between academia, institutions, and local communities on sustainable development and Mediterranean experiences in Integral Ecology.

Virtual participation will also be available for those who cannot attend in person.

Benefits of Participation

Participating in the Summer School offers several benefits, including:

  • Networking Opportunities: Engage with experts in the field and other participants.

  • Publication Opportunity: Contributions will be published in the “Oikos Università & Ricerca” series in a volume with an ISBN dedicated to the Summer School proceedings.

  • Access to Interdisciplinary Sessions: Participate in practical workshops fostering new
    ideas and collaborations.

Scholars seated in circle in Italy

Frequently Asked Questions:


Can I submit more than one work?

Yes, up to two works per participant, each with a maximum of three co-authors.


Are travel expenses included?

No, travel expenses are not included. The organizers offer scholarships covering the training program and room and board, as specified in the separate call. Participants are encouraged to seek financial support for travel from their home institutions.


Is physical attendance mandatory?

Yes, the Summer School will take place in
person in Castel Gandolfo from July 24 to 30, 2025.

 

Organizers

  • OIKOS Mediterraneo
  • Pontifical Antonianum University, Italy
  • Fordham Law School Institute on Religion, Law & Lawyer’s Work, USA
  • Sophia University Institute, Italy
  • Ibero-American Institute of Legal Studies – IBEROJUR, Portugal
  • Comunione e Diritto