At age nine she joined the Focolare Movement and received the nickname "Luce" by the founder Chiara Lubich. When she was 16, she was diagnosed with osteogenic sarcoma, a painful bone cancer.
Chiara Badano is the patron saint of young people and athletes. Despite this, she was Known for her radiant faith and joy even in suffering and her life offers an inspiring example of holiness and trust in God for young people worldwide