Federazione Anarchica Italiana (FAI) is an Italian anarchist federation that serves as an umbrella organization for various anarchist groups and individuals in Italy. The term "federazione" translates to "federation" in English, which signifies the decentralized structure and non-hierarchical nature of the organization.
As an anarchist federation, the FAI promotes principles of direct action, voluntary cooperation, and opposition to all forms of authority and hierarchy. It aims to dismantle oppressive systems such as capitalism, the state, and other power structures that limit individual freedom and develop social relations based on mutual aid and solidarity.
The FAI was established in 1945, succeeding the earlier Unione Anarchica Italiana (Italian Anarchist Union). It acts as a platform for coordination, communication, and collective action for Italian anarchists, promoting their shared values and ideals. The federation organizes meetings, conferences, and events to facilitate information exchange and foster alliances between different anarchist groups and currents.
The FAI also publishes its own periodicals, such as "Umanità Nova" (New Humanity), to disseminate anarchist theory and practice among its members and the wider public. Furthermore, the FAI actively engages in social struggles, participating in anti-authoritarian and anti-fascist movements, labor unions, and other grassroots initiatives.
The federazione anarchica italiana stands as a testament to the commitment of Italian anarchists to work collectively towards a society free from domination, coercion, and exploitation, and where individuals can fully realize their autonomy and potentials.
