INTERNATIONAL PRESS, MEDIA & PUBLIC ACTIVITIES
ALFREDO MAIOLESE- INTERNATIONAL PRESS,MEDIA AND PUBLIC ACTIVITIES
DR. ALFREDO MAIOLESE
International Relations · Peace Diplomacy · Interreligious Dialogue · Institutional Cooperation
President – European Muslims League (EML)
Secretary-General & Ambassador at Large – World Organization of States – International Parliament for Safety and Peace (WOS-IPSP)
Diplomatic Activities within WOS-IPSP · Professional Mediator · International Relations Expert
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Alfredo Maiolese is an Italian Muslim institutional representative engaged in international relations and diplomatic activities within WOS-IPSP, with more than two decades of experience in interreligious and intercultural dialogue, peace diplomacy, conflict and radicalization prevention, and cooperation among institutions, religious communities and civil society.
He serves as President of the European Muslims League (EML) and as Secretary-General and Ambassador at Large of the World Organization of States – International Parliament for Safety and Peace (WOS-IPSP).
His international activities have brought him into contact with Heads of State, members of Royal Families, Speakers and Presidents of Parliaments, Ministers, Ambassadors, religious authorities, universities, international organizations, civil society and international media across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Americas.
His experience combines religious, diplomatic, professional, economic and social dimensions, guided by a principle that has characterized more than two decades of public activity: defending one’s own religious identity is fully compatible with defending the dignity, freedom and rights of others.
As a Muslim, Maiolese has consistently promoted respect for Islam and the dignity of Muslim communities while upholding the same principles of religious freedom, security and human dignity for Christians, Jews and people of every faith or belief.
His public record reflects a consistent position against terrorism, religious extremism, Islamophobia, antisemitism, anti-Christian hatred, religious persecution and the collective attribution to an entire religion of the actions of individuals or groups.
CURRENT INSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
EUROPEAN MUSLIMS LEAGUE – EML
President
As President of the European Muslims League, Alfredo Maiolese coordinates international activities devoted to relations between Europe and the Muslim world, interreligious dialogue, peaceful coexistence, prevention of radicalization, religious freedom and the responsible participation of Muslim communities in European societies.
EML operates through an international network of representatives and Peace Ambassadors, developing relations and initiatives with public institutions, religious authorities, universities, civil society and communities in numerous countries.
European Muslims League – Official Website:
https://www.eml.fm/
President – European Muslims League:
https://www.eml.fm/president-2/
WORLD ORGANIZATION OF STATES – INTERNATIONAL PARLIAMENT FOR SAFETY AND PEACE – WOS-IPSP
Intergovernmental Organization (IGO)
Secretary-General & Ambassador at Large
As Secretary-General and Ambassador at Large, Alfredo Maiolese carries out diplomatic and international cooperation activities within WOS-IPSP, contributing to relations with States, governmental and parliamentary authorities and institutional representatives.
His responsibilities particularly concern international cooperation, peace diplomacy, institutional dialogue, conflict prevention and the development of relations among countries and institutions, with particular attention to Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Mediterranean.
WOS-IPSP – Official Website:
https://www.wostates.eu/
CORE AREAS OF EXPERIENCE
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International Relations and Institutional Cooperation
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Diplomacy and Peace Diplomacy
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Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention
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Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue
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Religious Diplomacy
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Europe–Muslim World Relations
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Prevention of Radicalization and Violent Extremism
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Religious Freedom and Human Dignity
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Mediation and Conflict Resolution
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Muslim Communities in Europe
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Countering Islamophobia, Antisemitism and Religious Hatred
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International Cooperation
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Public Diplomacy and International Media Relations
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Islamic Affairs
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International Halal Cooperation
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Peace Education and Youth Engagement
RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND HUMANITARIAN COMMITMENT
Among the most significant international actions in Alfredo Maiolese’s career was his contribution, together with Amnesty International, to the release of 37 Christians who had been detained for political reasons for five years in an African prison.
The episode is also recorded in Maiolese’s biography contained in official documentation of the Council of Europe.
It represents in concrete terms a principle that has accompanied his international activity: the defence of human dignity, freedom and fundamental rights cannot depend upon a person’s religious affiliation.
For Maiolese, being a Muslim and representing Muslim institutions has never meant defending only the rights of Muslims.
Over the years, he has supported dialogue and the protection of Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities, while opposing terrorism, extremism, Islamophobia, antisemitism and anti-Christian hatred.
Defending a Muslim who suffers injustice and defending a Christian or a Jew who is the victim of injustice are expressions of the same principle of human and religious responsibility.
Council of Europe – Official Document:
https://rm.coe.int/16806cb5ba
MORE THAN TWO DECADES OF INTERRELIGIOUS DIALOGUE
A central part of Alfredo Maiolese’s activity has been based on the conviction that Muslims, Christians and Jews should not be portrayed as communities inevitably destined for confrontation.
Over the years, he has promoted and participated in initiatives bringing together representatives of different religious traditions, supporting dialogue without asking anyone to abandon his or her religious identity.
His international experience has enabled him to encounter Muslim and non-Muslim societies directly across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
He has visited churches and mosques in several countries, including Jordan, Kuwait, Tunisia, Venezuela and Argentina. In Buenos Aires, he also visited a synagogue as part of his personal and institutional commitment to direct knowledge and understanding of different religious communities.
Maiolese has supported the protection of Christians and their places of worship when threatened, the protection of Jewish communities against antisemitism, and the defence of Muslims against Islamophobia, discrimination and misinformation.
Religious freedom cannot be defended selectively.
Defending a mosque when it is attacked while ignoring a threatened church or synagogue would be incompatible with the same principle of justice.
INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMATIC AND INSTITUTIONAL EXPERIENCE
Over more than two decades of international activity, Alfredo Maiolese has developed relations and dialogue with Heads of State, members of Royal Families, Speakers and Presidents of Parliaments, Ministers, Ambassadors, religious authorities and representatives of international organizations.
His experience includes institutional missions, diplomatic activities, international observation, conferences, interreligious dialogue and peace initiatives.
Saudi Arabia
Alfredo Maiolese has developed professional, institutional and religious relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the years.
In Italy, he has served in an advisory capacity for members of the Saudi Royal Family, in connection with their activities and relations in the country.
During his activities in Saudi Arabia, he has met members of the Royal Family as well as religious and institutional authorities and participated in international meetings and conferences in Makkah.
He was also invited to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj, entering the country on a diplomatic visa issued by the Saudi authorities.
On another occasion, he was privately received as a guest at the Royal Palace.
Jordan
In Amman, he was officially received by H.E. Atef Tarawneh, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Jordan, in the framework of meetings concerning institutional relations and international cooperation.
Kuwait
Maiolese has extensive experience in institutional and religious relations with Kuwait and served as Envoy in Italy of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of the State of Kuwait from 2012 to 2015.
Over the years, he has held meetings and developed dialogue with governmental, parliamentary and religious authorities in the country.
Qatar
He has developed professional and institutional experience in relations between Italy and Qatar and, more broadly, with the Gulf region, including advisory activities connected with the opening of the Consulate of Qatar in Milan.
United Arab Emirates
During his international activities, he has met members of Royal Families and authorities of the United Arab Emirates within the broader framework of relations developed between Europe and the Gulf region.
Venezuela – International Electoral Observation
From 18 to 23 May 2018, Maiolese participated in Venezuela as a member of a WOS international delegation observing the presidential elections of 20 May 2018.
The delegation visited polling stations and subsequently issued a report on the electoral process and the social situation in Venezuela.
This experience represents another dimension of his international activity alongside peace diplomacy, institutional cooperation and interreligious dialogue.
WOS-IPSP – Report on the Presidential Elections and Social Situation in Venezuela:
https://www.wostates.eu/relazione-sulle-elezioni-presidenziali-del-20-maggio-2018-e-situazione-sociale-in-venezuela-it-es/
Tunisia
Following the 2015 terrorist attack on the Bardo National Museum, he met President Beji Caid Essebsi within the framework of international activities for peace and against terrorism.
India
He met H.H. the Dalai Lama in the context of dialogue concerning the situation of Muslim communities in Myanmar.
Maldives
He was received at the Presidential Palace by State Minister Dr. Ahmed Salih, to whom he presented the international peace and dialogue activities of the European Muslims League.
PEACE, PREVENTION AND SOCIAL COHESION
Kick War Away – “Un Calcio alla Guerra”
Maiolese is the founder and promoter of this international initiative using sport, education, institutions and interreligious dialogue as instruments to bring together young people, municipalities, public authorities, religious communities and civil society around the cause of peace.
Through successive editions, the initiative has progressively developed a national and international dimension.
Kick War Away 2026 – Official Page:
https://www.eml.fm/kick-war-away-2026/
EML Peace Ambassadors
Promotion and development of an international network of EML Peace Ambassadors, designed to encourage dialogue, peaceful coexistence and cooperation among communities, associations and institutions in different countries.
EML Islamophobia Watch – European Monitoring & Response Unit
Established in 2026 according to the method:
Monitor · Verify · Document · Respond
The Unit monitors and verifies misinformation, falsifications and discriminatory narratives concerning Islam and Muslims, while maintaining a clear distinction between legitimate criticism and falsification, discrimination or incitement to hatred.
EML Islamophobia Watch – International Media Coverage:
https://www.eml.fm/eml-islamophobia-watch-international-media-coverage/
Prevention of Radicalization
Long-standing activity against terrorism, violent extremism and radicalization through conferences, educational initiatives, international cooperation and dialogue with institutions and religious communities.
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Degree in Economics and Commerce
University of Genoa – Italy
PhD in International Relations
Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica
Diploma in Essential Islamic Sciences
Al Balagh Academy – United Kingdom
Conflict Analysis for Prevention and Peacebuilding
United Nations System Staff College
Professional Mediator
Professional training and qualification in conflict management and resolution
International Law and International Relations
Specialized studies – Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
Islamic Studies and Arabic Language
Study and specialized training undertaken in Europe and the Arab world
Specialized Training for Religious Ministry in the Penitentiary Context
Training undertaken in Italy with academic and institutional cooperation
ISO Quality Management Systems Auditor
Professional training in auditing and quality-management systems
Further specialized studies include Islamic finance, Zakat, Halal and subjects related to Islamic jurisprudence.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Alongside his institutional, diplomatic and interreligious activities, Alfredo Maiolese has developed professional experience in economics, taxation, corporate consultancy, quality-management systems, mediation and international business relations.
A significant part of his professional activity has concerned relations between Italy and countries of the Middle East.
He has also developed experience in Halal certification and international Halal cooperation, as well as quality-management systems and auditing.
The combination of economic, professional, religious, diplomatic and international experience has contributed to an interdisciplinary approach to institutional relations and conflict prevention.
INTERNATIONAL PRESS, TELEVISION AND MEDIA
Alfredo Maiolese’s public activities have been accompanied by more than two decades of appearances in Italian and international media.
He has been interviewed, quoted or invited to participate in television and radio programmes and public debates by media organizations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Americas, addressing Islam in Europe, international relations, interreligious dialogue, terrorism, radicalization, integration, religious freedom and peace.
His international media activity includes appearances and interviews on major Arab broadcasters, including Al Jazeera / Al Jazeera Mubasher and Iqraa Television, as well as television, radio, press, news agencies and digital media in several countries.
Interviews and publications concerning his activities have appeared in several languages, including Italian, English, Arabic, French, Spanish and Chinese.
To avoid turning this Curriculum Vitae into an extensive list of interviews and articles, EML maintains a separate and continuously updated international documentary archive:
Alfredo Maiolese – International Press, Media and Public Activities
Documentary Archive – International Sources, Interviews and Institutional Activities
ALFREDO MAIOLESE- INTERNATIONAL PRESS,MEDIA AND PUBLIC ACTIVITIES
SELECTED MILESTONES
2000s–2010s
Development of professional and international activities between Europe and the Muslim world, alongside growing involvement in interreligious dialogue, Muslim community affairs and institutional cooperation.
2012–2015
Envoy in Italy of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of the State of Kuwait.
2015
International peace activities following the Bardo National Museum terrorist attack in Tunisia and meeting with President Beji Caid Essebsi.
2015–2016
Development of international religious and institutional dialogue activities involving Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
2016
Participation in international interfaith dialogue initiatives in Doha and Tunisia and activities concerning Islam, integration and European society.
2017
Promotion in Genoa of initiatives against terrorism and extremism involving institutional, religious and security representatives.
2018
Participation in the WOS international delegation observing the presidential elections in Venezuela.
2019
Peace initiatives and international institutional activities in Europe, the Gulf region and the Maldives.
2020
Participation in Geneva in international activities concerning the protection of young people from extremism and violent ideologies.
2023–2025
Expansion of EML international cooperation and dialogue activities across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Latin America.
2025
Promotion of the Second Edition of Kick War Away, bringing together sport, institutions, religious communities and civil society for peace.
2026
Establishment of the EML Islamophobia Watch – European Monitoring & Response Unit.
2026
Expansion of the international EML Peace Ambassadors Network.
2026
Promotion of the Third Edition of Kick War Away, with growing participation by Italian and international municipalities, institutions and communities.
2026
As Secretary-General and Ambassador at Large of WOS-IPSP, further development of institutional cooperation with States, parliaments and governmental authorities, particularly in Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean.
2026
Promotion of the WOS-IPSP “One State, One Vote” initiative as a contribution to international reflection on sovereign equality, multilateralism and the participation of States.
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Alfredo Maiolese’s international activity is guided by a conviction:
A strong identity does not need to create enemies.
A Muslim can defend Islam while at the same time defending the right of a Christian to practise Christianity, the right of a Jew to practise Judaism and the right of every human being to live according to his or her conscience while respecting others.
For this reason, dialogue cannot be selective.
The same voice that speaks against Islamophobia must oppose antisemitism and anti-Christian hatred. The same principles used to defend a mosque must apply when a church, synagogue or any other place of worship is threatened.
Peace is not merely the absence of war.
It is a daily responsibility built through justice, knowledge, dialogue, mutual respect and human dignity.
LANGUAGES
Italian – Native
English – Professional working proficiency
French – Professional working proficiency
Arabic – Working knowledge
Spanish – Working knowledge
INSTITUTIONAL CONTACTS AND FURTHER INFORMATION
European Muslims League – EML
Office of the President
Genoa, Italy
Email: presidency@eml.fm
European Muslims League – Official Website:
https://www.eml.fm/
President – European Muslims League:
https://www.eml.fm/president-2/
World Organization of States – International Parliament for Safety and Peace – WOS-IPSP
Office of the Secretary-General
WOS-IPSP – Official Website:
https://www.wostates.eu/
Alfredo Maiolese – International Press, Media and Public Activities
Documentary Archive – International Sources, Interviews and Institutional Activities
