ADDRESSING THE CRISIS OF DEMOCRACY AND THE ESCALATION OF CONFLICTS: PHILOSOPHY FOR CHILDREN PATHS IN THE AUTONOMOUS PROVINCE OF TRENTO

This paper addresses the issue of democracy and the erosion of democratic values, considering the school as a starting point for change. It explains the Philosophy for Children (P4C) project by the Rosmini Center, emphasizing the integration of local philosophical resources and cultural heritage. The project involved collaborative activities that engaged students with contextually rich content, including discussions based on literary, multimedia, and musical stimuli. Theoretical conclusions suggest that P4C serves as a valuable resource for fostering philosophical thinking through critical, creative, and caring approaches