From September 24 to 26, 2026, the stunning setting of Villa Butera in Bagheria will host the third edition of “DataPolis – Digital Citizenship Festival.” This three-day event, dedicated to artificial intelligence, data, information, and democracy, is organized by the NetPolitics APS association in collaboration with the Municipality of Bagheria.
The festival will transform the city into a hub for debate of national significance, bringing together citizens, students, professionals, and internationally renowned experts.

💡 Key Activities and Festival Highlights

Opening Event with Chiara Francini: The opening day will feature actress, presenter, and author Chiara Francini. She will be interviewed on stage by Federico Ruffo (*Mi Manda Raitre*), discussing her career and recent books (*Le querce non fanno limoni* and *Forte e chiara*).

Lectio Magistralis and Keynotes:
Michele Camisasca (Director General of Istat) will deliver a *lectio magistralis* titled “100 Years of Data: Official Statistics for Policy and the *Polis*.”
Luca Mercalli (climatologist and President of SMI) will speak on the link between fake news and the climate crisis.
Francesco Costa (Editor-in-Chief of *Il Post*) will analyze the transformation of journalism amidst AI and global political contexts.

Distinguished Guests Joining Remotely:
Nicola Gratteri (Public Prosecutor of Naples) discussing transparency, legality, and the fight against organized crime in the digital age.
Luca Parmitano (ESA astronaut) in a dialogue on “Data and Astrophysics” alongside astrophysicist Davide Gandolfi.

Awards and Honors:
GUS Sicily Award Ceremony (“Press Officer of the Year”).
Special recognition from the City of Bagheria for journalist Daniele Cinà (Head of Digital Communication for the Mayor of Rome). Youth Engagement and Hackathon:
A competition for ideas and projects aimed at high schools and universities, focusing on the theme of the “Demographic Winter.”

ℹ️ Useful Information

Location: Villa Butera / Palazzo Butera, Bagheria (PA)
Dates: September 24–26, 2026.
Full program and registration: Available at the Festival venue (Palazzo Butera), via the Municipality of Bagheria’s official channels, or online at: netpoliticsaps.it/datapolis/#iscriviti.