An important recognition for civil commitment and the fight against organized crime: Dr. Marisa Manzini was among the protagonists of the fourth edition of the Nadia Toffa 2025 Literary Journalism Award, winning second place (ex aequo). The prestigious placement was obtained thanks to her work, “Rosa’s courage. Story of a woman who repudiated the ‘Ndrangheta”.
The Nadia Toffa Literary Journalism Award, now in its fourth edition, is an initiative that aims to honor the memory and commitment of the journalist. The Award specifically valorises works of fiction, non-fiction and journalism that stand out for the following themes: Civil commitment and social denunciation; Attention to lives marked by injustice and crime.
Dr. Manzini’s book narrates, in fictional form, the touching story of a woman who makes the difficult and courageous decision to break the wall of silence and violence, rejecting the weight of the underworld. His gesture is a powerful emblem of resistance, dignity and hope, values that profoundly reflect the spirit of the Award. Marisa Manzini is a prominent magistrate, known for her long and incisive activity in the Public Prosecutor’s Office and for her constant commitment to the fight against organized crime, in particular the ‘Ndrangheta. In addition to her career in the judiciary, she is the author of several works that combine legal expertise with narrative sensitivity, focusing on the social and human dynamics within criminal contexts. ️
“Receiving this recognition named after Nadia Toffa is a profound honor – declared the magistrate Marisa Manzini – “Rosa’s courage is dedicated to all women who choose freedom and dignity, rejecting the oppression of the ‘Ndrangheta. Their story is proof that honesty and hope can break even the most violent systems. This award reminds us that telling these uncomfortable truths is the first step towards change”. The success of “Rosa’s Courage” underlines the importance of giving voice to those fighting for freedom and justice.