A young woman behind bars in Lecce has just been crowned the winner of the Afrodite poetry prize.
- Alessandra, a 23‑year‑old detainee, earned the award for her poem “Ave Maria piena di rabbia.”
- The piece, brimming with raw emotion, reflects how writing keeps her feeling alive.
- Judges praised the work for its vivid language and courageous honesty.
- The prize highlights the therapeutic power of art even within prison walls.
Alessandra’s win shows that creativity can flourish in the most unexpected places.