Silvia Salis

Awards & Honours

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Silvia Salis has achieved remarkable success transitioning from elite athletics to high-level politics. Her election as Mayor of Genoa in 2025 is a historic first for a former Olympian in such a major Italian city. She holds the distinction of being a Commendatore della Repubblica, one of Italy's highest honors for public service. Her leadership at CONI and her influence on the Democratic Party position her as a unique figure in modern Italian governance.

AwardsSalis has received the Commendatore della Repubblica, a high civilian honor in Italy recognizing her services to the state and sports. Her appointment as Vice President of CONI is also considered a prestigious distinction within the Italian sports community. While she did not win Olympic medals, her election as Mayor of Genoa stands as a major political milestone.

Honours & Distinctions

Commendatore della Repubblica

Italian Republic·2025

Awarded for outstanding contributions to sports and public service.

Vice President of CONI National Council

Italian National Olympic Committee·2021

Leadership role overseeing national sports governance.

Rankings & Lists

Politico Europe Top Political Talents

Politico·2026

Magazine Covers

Vanity Fair

Late 2025

Silvia Salis, Mayor of Genoa, Is a Married Catholic Woman but Doesn't Believe That's the Only Way to Live

Records & Feats

First Former Olympian Elected Mayor of Genoa

Historic First·2025

Became the first retired Olympic athlete to serve as Mayor of Genoa in 2025.

Personal Best Hammer Throw Distance

Athletics Record·2011

Achieved a personal best of 71.93 meters in 2011.