Alberto Geraci
Born and raised in Palermo, Alberto Geraci is a second-year undergraduate student at Sciences Po Paris. Rooted in his Italian heritage, he brings a distinct Mediterranean perspective to his studies in France. Alberto is deeply passionate about the intersection of law, politics and European integration. Driven by a strong sense of civic duty, Alberto is dedicated to exploring the responsibilities future leaders hold in a rapidly evolving, interconnected world.
Nato e cresciuto a Palermo, Alberto Geraci è uno studente al secondo anno del corso di laurea presso Sciences Po Paris. Radicato nella sua eredità italiana, porta nei suoi studi in Francia una prospettiva mediterranea distintiva. Alberto è profondamente appassionato all’intersezione tra diritto, politica e integrazione europea. Guidato da un forte senso del dovere civico, si dedica a esplorare le responsabilità che i futuri leader hanno in un mondo in rapida evoluzione e sempre più interconnesso.
Which city has changed you — and why?
Palermo, my hometown, fundamentally shaped my worldview. It is a city of immense beauty but also complex historical challenges. Growing up there taught me the true meaning of civic resilience. Witnessing the city's ongoing pursuit of legality and social justice ignited my passion for law and politics. Palermo showed me that meaningful change requires active civic duty, proving that robust legal frameworks and committed leadership are essential for empowering communities.
What kind of city do you dream of for the future?
I envision an interconnected urban hub built on technological progress and ecological responsibility. My dream city must be functional but also alive with the relentless drive of youth, acting as a laboratory for innovation.
How will you help transform cities?
I see my role as a policy architect bridging the gap between technological innovation and urban governance. While engineers build fast, green transit systems, my ambition is to craft the legal frameworks that make these networks equitable and accessible. I aim to develop cross-border urban policies that allow European cities to share smart-city data and sustainable solutions. My goal is to ensure that legal innovation matches technological speed, transforming cities into interconnected, zero-emission hubs that empower youth to move and collaborate freely.