Press release
Notice is hereby given that the Extraordinary National Congress of Welcome Association Italy is convened for June 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at the Grand Hotel Duca D’Este, Via Nazionale Tiburtina, 330, 00019 Tivoli Terme (RM). The Congress represents a pivotal moment in WAI’s associational life, dedicated to evaluating the course taken, approving the main associational acts and defining the Association’s future lines of development. The following agenda items will be addressed during the congressional…
WAI meets the Rome chapter of The European Law Students’ Association, a student body that accompanies students on their legal journey through training, discussion and participation In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the university experience also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, support networks and realities capable…
Rome, May 26, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy participated, at the invitation of theEmbassy of the Republic of Serbia in Rome, in the institutional meeting “A Conversation with Dušan Kozarev,” Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, organized at the SIOI – Italian Society for International Organization, in the headquarters of Piazza di San Marco in Rome. The initiative provided an important opportunity to discuss the role of Serbia…
Rome, May 21, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy had the honor of participating in the cultural evening “Miloš Crnjanski and the Eternal City – Evening of Literature, Music and Art,” sponsored by theEmbassy of the Republic of Serbia in Rome in cooperation with the Cultural Center of Vojvodina “Miloš Crnjanski.” The initiative, held on May 20 at the Embassy headquarters, was dedicated to the figure of the distinguished Serbian man of letters Miloš Crnjanski, among…
WAI meets a student reality that promotes aggregation, listening and participation in university life In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the experience of international students also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student representatives, informal groups, support networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and opportunities that do…
An institutional and cultural meeting in Rome sponsored by Assadakah, Libyan Arab School and Welcome Association Italy Welcome Association Italy took part in an important discussion dedicated to children’s rights, education and dialogue between cultures, held in Rome on May 14, 2026 at the Libyan Arab School, Via Massaua 6. The initiative, titled “Childhood in the Crosshairs – Symposium on Children’s Rights in Conflict Zones,” was held under the auspices of the Diplomatic Mission of…
WAI meets a student reality that promotes diplomacy, international relations, and English-language participation In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the experience of international students also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, support networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and opportunities that do not always emerge…
WAI meets an international student body that promotes advocacy, professional growth and university participation In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the experience of international students also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, support networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and opportunities that do not always…
WAI meets a Milan student reality that brings universities, legal professions and the international dimension closer together In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the student experience also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, support networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and opportunities that do not…
WAI meets a LUISS student reality that promotes Franco-Italian dialogue, peer support and international participation In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is an essential step. Understanding the experience of international students also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, cultural networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and good practices that do…
WAI brought institutional greetings at the opening conference devoted to legality, territory and labor. Latina, May 7, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy took part in the opening conference of the LXXX National Assembly of ELSA Italy, hosted at the “Enzo De Pasquale” Hall of the City of Latina in Piazza del Popolo. ELSA, The European Law Students’ Association, is an international organization that brings together students and young legal professionals, promoting education, discussion and professional…
WAI meets a Genovese student reality that brings students closer to applied research, design, and professional skills In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the university experience means, in fact, listening not only to institutions, but also to those who live the university every day. Students and the associative realities born within universities are often able…
WAI meets an international student body that transforms participation, research, and institutional dialogue into opportunities for student growth In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the experience of international students also means listening to those who live the university closely every day: associations, student groups, support networks and realities capable of intercepting needs, difficulties and opportunities…
WAI meets a Milan student reality that turns listening, technology and collaboration into tools to simplify the college experience In the listening journey promoted by Welcome Association Italy through the WAI Atlas of University Hospitality project, discussion with student associations is a key step. Understanding the university experience means, in fact, listening not only to institutions but also to those who live the university every day. Students are often the first to intercept practical difficulties,…
At the kind invitation of theEmbassy of the Republic of Serbia in Rome, Welcome Association Italy participated in the presentation of the book “War or Peace” by Professor Giulio Tremonti, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Deputies. Hosted at the Serbian diplomatic headquarters in the capital, the meeting provided an important opportunity for in-depth discussions on key European and international scenarios, confirming the value of cultural diplomacy in strengthening relations between…
Welcome Association Italy took part today in an institutional meeting at the Embassy of the Republic of Kenya in Rome, in a moment of discussion dedicated to the value of dialogue between institutions, the university world and new generations. The initiative is part of a context in which international student mobility is becoming increasingly significant, not only on an educational level, but also as a space for mutual knowledge, cultural cooperation and relations between countries.…
Welcome Association Italy took part in an institutional meeting at the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Rome, in a discussion dedicated to the value of international student mobility, cultural cooperation and the relationship between institutions, universities and new generations. The initiative is part of a context in which the academic channel between Italy and Turkey is becoming increasingly significant, not only in terms of education, but also as a space for mutual understanding…
Rome, Feb. 25, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy had the honor of participating in the Official Reception on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Serbia, hosted by theAmbassador of the Republic of Serbia, H.E. Mirjana Jeremić, and theDefense Attaché, Lieutenant Colonel Marko Savić, at La Serra at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni. A high-profile appointment on the diplomatic calendar National celebrations, in diplomatic practice, represent a moment of special significance: not only…
Rome, Feb. 23, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy took part in the press conference “For a Democratic and Sovereign Lebanon,” held at the “Fallen of Nassiriya” Hall of Palazzo Madama, at the initiative of Senator Stefania Craxi, Chairwoman of the Senate Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. The initiative represented a moment of high political and symbolic value, dedicated to an in-depth discussion on the situation in Lebanon and the country’s institutional, economic and social prospects…
Rome, Feb. 20, 2026 – The inauguration of the IndianFilm Festival 2026, sponsored by the Embassy of India in Rome under the leadership of H.E. Vani Rao, Ambassador of India to Italy, was a moment of special significance in the panorama of cultural relations between Italy and India. The event, hosted at The Space Cinema Moderno in the heart of the Capital, opened a review dedicated to director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, a master of contemporary…
Rome, Feb. 17, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy took part in the official reception organized on the occasion of the 18th anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Kosovo, at the invitation of H.E. Nita Shala, Ambassador of Kosovo to Italy. The celebration, hosted at the Grand Hotel Parco dei Principi in Rome, brought together representatives of the diplomatic corps, exponents of Italian institutions, parliamentary, academic and cultural worlds, confirming itself as a moment…
Rome, Feb. 16, 2026 – An institutional meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Lebanon in Rome between Welcome Association Italy and H.E. Carla Jazzar, Lebanon’s Ambassador to Italy, dedicated to the analysis of the situation of Lebanese students present in our country. The initiative is a significant step in strengthening the dialogue between diplomatic representation and operational entities engaged in supporting international academic mobility. Lebanon Embassy’s Commitment. Welcome Association Italy would…
On February 13, 2026, the meeting “Global Peace or Conflict? An analysis of international dynamics,” sponsored by Assadakah – International Association of Italian-Arab Friendship, in collaboration with Welcome Association Italy. The event was a moment of public reflection on the tensions running through the current geopolitical scenario and the role of diplomacy as a tool for crisis prevention and building international stability. International dynamics between tensions and new challenges We live in a historical phase…
A meeting of high institutional value in the heart of Rome A particularly important institutional meeting was held at theEmbassy of the Republic of India in Rome on the occasion of the official handover of the Proceedings of the International Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” held on October 2, 2025 at LUMSA University. The Indian diplomatic headquarters, a point of reference for dialogue between India, Italy and Europe, welcomed the delegation in…
A meeting was held today at theEmbassy of the Republic of Serbia in Italy, which was attended by a delegation of university students accompanied by Welcome Association Italy. The meeting is part of the cycle of appointments promoted by Welcome Association Italy with Diplomatic Representations, with the aim of strengthening the dialogue between the university world and diplomacy, enhancing the role of young people as active players in society and international relations of tomorrow. The…
The path of institutional dialogue started with the International Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” promoted by Welcome Association Italy and hosted last October at the LUMSA University in Rome, continues.Friday, February 6, 2026, this path has known a new and significant stage with the official meeting at theEmbassy of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire in Italy, dedicated to the delivery of the Proceedings of the Conference. A meeting that gives continuity to…
Rome, Feb. 5 – IILA Reading Room Welcome Association Italy (WAI) participated in the meeting sponsored by theInternational Italo-Latin American Organization (IILA), dedicated to the figure of Rubén Darío and the central role of translations in the dissemination and reception of his work in Italy and Europe. The event, hosted at the IILA Reading Room in Rome, was a moment of high cultural and institutional profile, capable of combining literary reflection, international cooperation and dialogue…
Introduction The series of institutional meetings promoted by Welcome Association Italy as a follow-up activity to the International Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World” continues .After appointments at various diplomatic representations, an institutional meeting was held today, February 5, at theEmbassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Italy, in the presence of H.E. Nita Shala, Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo. The meeting was a moment of direct, intergenerational dialogue between diplomatic institutions…
Welcome Association Italy had the pleasure of participating in the cultural evening hosted at theEmbassy of the Republic of Serbia in Rome, an event that combined music, art and intercultural dialogue in an atmosphere of genuine openness, participation and cordiality. The initiative represented not only a high-level artistic moment, but also a significant opportunity for institutions, communities and civil society to meet, confirming the value of culture as a shared language and tool for dialogue…
The path of institutional dialogue started with the International Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” promoted by Welcome Association Italy and hosted last October at LUMSA University in Rome, continues. On January 29, 2026, this path found a new and significant stage with the official meeting at theEmbassy of the Republic of Yemen in Rome, dedicated to the delivery of the Proceedings of the Conference. A meeting that gives continuity to the Convention…
Rome, Jan. 26-This morning Welcome Association Italy took part in the Flag Hoisting Ceremony organized by theEmbassy of India in Italy on the occasion of the 77th anniversary of India’s Republic Day, held at the diplomatic headquarters on Via Sicilia in Rome. Carlo Palumbo, Deputy National Secretary, participated in the official ceremony, taking part in the institutional and celebratory moment that brought together representatives of the diplomatic corps, the Indian community in Italy, and various…
Rome, Jan. 23 – The conference “Assadakah, 31st anniversary. History and plans for the future,” promoted by Assadakah – International Association of Italian-Arab Friendship, under the patronage of the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital and the League of Arab States, in collaboration with Welcome Association Italy. The event was a significant moment of institutional and cultural discussion aimed at enhancing more than 30 years of Assadakah’s commitment to promoting dialogue between Italy and the Arab…
Rome, January 20, 2026 – Welcome Association Italy participated in the workshop “Access to Financial Services for Migrant People Between Barriers and Opportunities,” held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Rome City Hall House (Via Galilei 53). The initiative was part of the PAF. – Financial Literacy Program (PROG. 124) , funded by the Asylum Migration and Integration Fund (FAMI) 2021-2027. The participation of Welcome Association Italy was part of a path already begun…
At a time when conflicts seem to prevail over dialogue, the Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World” sent a clear message: the diplomacy of the future cannot do without women or young people. Ambassadors’ testimonies showed how women’s presence makes diplomacy more inclusive, empathetic and capable of building lasting bridges. At the same time, the students’ voices showed that the new generations are not spectators, but active protagonists in building international dialogue. The…
Introduction On December 6, Welcome Association Italy (WAI) had the honor of being invited to the Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua in Italy to take part in the celebration of Purísima, one of the most representative holidays of Nicaraguan culture.The event, led by H.E. Monica Robelo Raffone, brought together diplomatic representatives, journalists, associations and members of civil society in an atmosphere of sharing, dialogue and intercultural openness. It was a valuable participation for WAI,…
Introduction Welcome Association Italy (WAI) and IRIS Sapienza have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding that strengthens collaboration between students, diplomacy and civil society.A partnership designed to create concrete opportunities, stimulate dialogue and enhance the role of new generations in social and international processes. Who is IRIS Wisdom? IRIS is a young cultural association formed among students of the Faculty of Political Science at Sapienza University, with the aim of: An association already active in…
Welcome Association Italy at the life and health protection conference Welcome Association Italy (WAI) participated on Dec. 6, 2025 in the conference “Guarding Life, Serving Mission: pastoral responsibility in the protection of health and neighbor,” held at the “John Paul II” Auditorium of the Pontifical Urbanian University. The event, part of the Annus Jubilee 2025 program, brought together institutions, scientific experts, religious representatives and civil society associations to share reflections and best practices on the…
The International Conference “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from Around the World,” sponsored by Welcome Association Italy (WAI) and sponsored by the Ministry of University and Research (MUR) and LUMSA University, was held on October 2. The conference brought together Ambassadors, institutional representatives and international students in a unique dialogue on the future of international relations. The participation of the student delegations-from the Students Diplomatic Association (LUSDA) to LUISS Women in International Affairs, from the International…
Welcome Association Italy (WAI) attended the end-of-term reception of H.E. Mirta Aurora Granda Averhoff, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Italy, Malta and San Marino, as well as Permanent Representative to Rome-based international organizations. The event, which was well attended by the diplomatic corps, institutions, and the associational world, was a moment of recognition for a high-profile diplomatic figure who has made significant contributions to multilateralism and international cooperation for more than twenty-three years.…
Introduction The participation of Welcome Association Italy (WAI) in the conference “St. Augustine Joins Italy to Algeria. Two peoples for peace” represents a significant moment within the initiatives promoting intercultural dialogue in the Mediterranean. The event, sponsored by Assadakah – International Association of Italian-Arab Friendship and sponsored by the Embassy of Algeria, brought together diplomats, religious representatives, scholars and experts, recalling the importance of cooperation between the two shores of the Mediterranean. WAI brought a…
Welcome Association Italy (WAI) participated in the conference “Europe and the MENA Region: Partner, Power, or Spectator?”, organized by LUSDA – Luiss University Student Diplomatic Association and held on November 12, 2025 at LUISS Guido Carli University, on the Viale Romania campus.WAI was represented by Carlo Palumbo, who was officially invited by the student association. A high-content discussion on Europe, the Mediterranean and MENA scenarios. The event attracted diplomats, analysts, researchers and students interested in…
A diplomatic initiative of high symbolic value for Jubilee 2025 Rome, Nov. 6, 2025 – At the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Via Marsala 42, the inauguration of the photographic exhibition “Two Countries, One Faith,” jointly promoted by the Embassies of the Principality of Monaco and the Plurinational State of Bolivia to the Holy See, was held. The event provided an important opportunity for different cultures, religions and sensibilities to meet, united…
by Maddalena Celano Introduction Rome, Nov. 6, 2025 – A high-profile cultural and diplomatic meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua in Italy, organized in collaboration with Welcome Association Italy, represented by Carlo Palumbo, Deputy National Secretary, and Prof. Maddalena Celano, scholar and political analyst.The meeting was hosted with great willingness by H.E. Ambassador Mónica Robelo, who welcomed a delegation of young university students from several Roman universities. Student participation The…
Rome, Nov. 6, 2025-The Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua in Italy hosted a meeting of great symbolic and cultural value with a delegation of young university students, accompanied by Welcome Association Italy (WAI) and journalist and writer Maddalena Celano. A meeting to unite diplomacy, memory and the younger generation The meeting, sponsored by H.E. Monica Robelo, Nicaragua’s Ambassador to Italy, was held on the occasion of the commemoration of Comandante Carlos Fonseca Amador, founder…
Rome, Nov. 1, 2025 – At theEmbassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Italy, theASVI Welcome Day – “United in Rome” was held today, an official event organized by theAssociation of Vietnamese Students in Italy (ASVI) under the patronage of the Embassy of Vietnam. The day was an important moment of welcome and orientation for new Vietnamese students who arrived in Italy, offering practical information, testimonials and useful tools to integrate into the Italian…
Rome, Oct. 31, 2025 – A delegation of university students, representing leading Italian international student associations, attended the International Conference for the 80th anniversary of the League of Arab States, held at the “Spazio Europa” Hall in Rome. The event, titled “80 Years of Dialogue and Cooperation between the Arab League and the European Union,” was organized by theInternational Italo-Arab Association Assadakah, in collaboration with the Diplomatic Mission of the League of Arab States in…
Rome, Oct. 30, 2025 – A meeting was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba with H.E. Mirta Granda Averhoff, Ambassador of Cuba to Italy, who received a plaque of thanks for her participation in the round table discussion “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” sponsored by Welcome Association Italy (WAI) last Oct. 2 at LUMSA University in Rome. The initiative represented a new moment of dialogue between diplomacy and international students,…
Chronicle of the meeting, thematic focus and statement by the Deputy National Secretary Rome, Oct. 24, 2025 – Yesterday, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 (6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.), the conference “Migration Balance, Migration, Integration,” an appointment of the cycle “Italian-French Meetings on Tomorrow’s World – The Challenge of Generations / Thinking the Demographic Transition,” sponsored by theInstitut français Italia / Embassy of France, was held at Palazzo Farnese (Rome).WAI was present with Carlo Palumbo, Deputy…
An institutional presence to enhance the role of social welfare in Italy’s future On October 7, 2025, at the Lateran Palace in Rome, Welcome Association Italy (WAI) took part as an institutional guest at the event “Welfare Index PMI Lazio 2025,” dedicated to the dissemination of sustainable and inclusive welfare models.The initiative, which brought together representatives from the institutional, academic and social worlds, was an important opportunity to discuss the new challenges and opportunities of…
The second edition of the International Roundtable “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” organized by Welcome Association Italy (WAI) under the High Patronage ofLUMSA University and the Ministry of Education, University and Research (MUR), brought together Ambassadors from four continents and over 250 students in Rome for an authentic dialogue on the challenges and values of contemporary diplomacy. A meeting of generations and cultures The conference, hosted in the prestigious Jubilee Hall of LUMSA…
Rome, Sept. 28, 2025 – Welcome Association Italy participated in the Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban Civilization 2025, a prestigious international conference on the theme of “Continuity of Civilization and Urban Civilization,” held in Rome with the participation of the Vice Minister of Economy of the People’s Republic of China, influential figures from theEmbassy of the People’s Republic of China in Italy, and HRH Prince, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Italy, along with numerous institutional, academic…
Finissage ceremony in Recanati on Sunday, Oct. 5, with the artist Recanati, Sept. 23, 2025 – After a great success with thousands of visitors in recent weeks, the solo exhibition of contemporary painter Karen Thomas, “Seasons – The Colors of Eternal Change,” hosted at the Civic Museum of Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati, is drawing to a close. The finissage event will be held on Sunday, Oct. 5, at 5 p.m. at the“L. Lotto” Auditorium,…
Rome, Sept. 19, 2025 – The official signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Association of Vietnamese Students in Italy (ASVI) and Welcome Association Italy (WAI) was held today at the Embassy of Vietnam in Rome. The agreement was created with the aim of strengthening cooperation on behalf of Vietnamese and international students by creating new opportunities for practical support: from academic and health guidance services to cultural and social inclusion initiatives. For…
A celebration of diplomacy, culture and international friendship Rome, Sept. 18, 2025 – Welcome Association Italy (WAI), represented by Deputy National Secretary Carlo Palumbo, took part in the official reception organized by the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam at Palazzo Brancaccio, on the occasion of the 80th Anniversary of the country’s National Day and the conclusion of Ambassador Duong Hai HungInvitationNational Day of Viet…. Also present alongside WAI was theAssociation of Vietnamese Students…
Rome, Sept. 12, 2025 – Welcome Association Italy (WAI) took part in the cultural evening “A Journey to the Soul of Oman: An Evening Between Dream and Diplomacy,” organized by Assadakah and hosted in Rome in the presence of diplomatic authorities, institutional representatives, academics and members of civil society. The initiative celebrated the history, traditions and cultural richness of the Sultanate of Oman, focusing on the value of dialogue as a tool for peace and…
Development and prospects of the Italo-Algerian partnership Rome, September 3, 2025 – Foreign Press Room Great attendance at the Foreign Press Room in Rome for the event “Algeria – A Country to Discover. Developments and Prospects of the Italo-Algerian Partnership,” sponsored by journalist Talal Khrais with the Assadakah Association. A high-profile event The meeting, featuring a top diplomatic parterre, opened with the screening of a film dedicated to Algeria and the presentation of cultural content…
Welcome Association Italy (WAI) announces the second edition of the International Roundtable “Women and Diplomacy: Voices from the World,” scheduled for Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the Jubilee Hall of LUMSA University. Uniqueness of the initiative The event stands out in the national scene for three qualifying elements: Carlo Palumbo, WAI Deputy Secretary General: “This is not a traditional conference but a dialogue workshop where diplomatic experience and new generations build languages,…
A bridge between tradition and creativity promoted by Welcome Association Italy Great success last night at the “Lorenzo Lotto” Auditorium of Villa Colloredo Mels for the evening “Varnelli, an anise for all seasons,” the second event connected to the exhibition “Seasons. The colors of eternal change” by artist Karen Thomas. A large and participating audience of art enthusiasts, curious people and citizens enthusiastically took part in a meeting that combined memory, territorial identity and innovation…
Introduction On the occasion of the exhibition “Seasons – The Colors of Eternal Change” by artist Karen Thomas, Welcome Association Italy and Progetto Minerva are pleased to announce the special evening “A Star Anise for All Seasons,” scheduled for Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the “Lorenzo Lotto” Auditorium of the Villa Colloredo Mels Civic Museum in Recanati. The initiative is dedicated to the Varnelli Distillery, a symbol of manufacturing excellence in the…
On June 1, we celebrated the meeting of art, nature and multiculturalism with the works of Karen Thomas Welcome Association Italy took part, Saturday, June 1, 2025, in the opening of the exhibition “Seasons. The colors of eternal change” by artist Karen Thomas, hosted at the prestigious Museo Civico Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati. The initiative, curated by Michele Gambini and Gaia Giovannini, is promoted by the City of Recanati in collaboration with Sistema Museo.…
Rome, May 6, 2025 The opening of the exhibition “Seasons – The Colors of Eternal Change” by German artist Karen Thomas, a leading figure in contemporary Neo-Expressionism, will be held on Sunday, June 1, at 6 p.m., at the “Adelaide Gigli” Hall of the Villa Colloredo Mels Civic Museum in Recanati. The initiative is promoted by the Minerva Project, curated by Michele Gambini and Gaia Giovannini, with the support of Sistema Museo Cooperative and the…
On the evening of Wednesday, April 23, Welcome Association Italy had the honor of being present at the prestigious concert “Symphony of the Great Victory,” organized at the Russian House in Rome. The event was part of the calendar of celebrations for the 80th anniversary of the Liberation and featured a performance by theContemporary Choral Music Ensemble “Altro Coro” of theRussian Academy of Music Gnesin, an artistic excellence of the Russian Federation. Founded in 1895,…
The presentation of the book “Imperfect Destiny – Story of a Son of the Armenian Diaspora” by Letizia Leonardi and Kevork Orfalian was held yesterday, April 28, 2025, at the Horafelix Bookstore in Rome, in an event organized in collaboration between theItalian-Arab Assadakah Association and Welcome Association Italy (WAI). Opening the meeting were institutional greetings from Talal Khrais, Founder of Assadakah, and Carlo Palumbo, Deputy Secretary General of Welcome Association Italy.The evening was moderated by…
Welcome Association Italy (WAI) was honored to participate in the official ceremony organized by the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and the Unification of the Country, held today at the diplomatic headquarters in Via di Bravetta, Rome. The ceremony, preceded by a photo exhibition on Italy’s support for Viet Nam during the liberation process and followed by a reception…
A synergy between the International Movement “United to Unite” and The Association of Doctors of Foreign Origin in Italy (Amsi) and Welcome Association Italy (WAI) in support of foreign students and intercultural cooperation. ROME APR 9, 2025 – A meeting of great strategic relevance took place yesterday in the Capital between two protagonists of the associational and intercultural world: Prof. Foad Aodi, a leading figure in interethnic dialogue and global health promotion, founder of the…
The event “Sport and Inclusion: let’s say no to discrimination,” sponsored by OSCAD with the support of sports and government institutions, was held today, March 27, 2025, at the CONI Hall of Honor. The meeting, moderated by Dr. Giuseppe Brindisi, featured introductory speeches by CONI President Giovanni Malagò and Police Chief Prefect Vittorio Pisani. The initiative was divided into two thematic panels: the first dedicated to racial discrimination, with contributions from prominent speakers such as…
Last Friday, March 14, 2025, Carlo Palumbo, Deputy Secretary of Welcome Association Italy, participated in the conference “Dialogue and Understanding: beyond prejudice toward an inclusive society,” organized byAssadakah Association in collaboration with Vision & Global Trends – International Institute for Global Analyses. The event, held at the Horafelix Libreria in Rome, provided an important opportunity for discussion on social and cultural issues, with talks by experts from the academic, institutional and information sectors. Strategies for…
Rome, March 6, 2025 – Yesterday, March 5, 2025, an institutional event organized by theEmbassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to FAO on the anniversary of the passing of Comandante Hugo Chávez was held at the Pio XI Hall of Palazzo San Calisto, Piazza San Calisto, Rome. The meeting was a time for reflection and insight into the politics of food sovereignty, eco-sustainability and social justice, issues of great relevance in the international arena.…
Rome, 02/28/2025 – Welcome Association Italy took part in the official celebrations for the Bicentennial of Bolivia’s Independence, a high-profile event that brought together leading members of the diplomatic corps and international institutional representatives. The ceremony, held in an atmosphere of celebration and recognition of the historical importance of this anniversary, was attended by distinguished diplomats, including: The event was also attended by numerous ambassadors from other Latin American countries, including representatives from Cuba, Haiti…
Rome, January 21, 2025 – Welcome Association Italy (WAI) had the honor of participating in the Spring Festival – Xuân Quê Hương 2025, organized by the Association of Vietnamese Students in Italy (ASVI) and sponsored by the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Italy. The event was held at Teatro Ghione in Rome, celebrating Tết, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, Vietnam’s most important holiday. The ceremony was opened by H.E. Duong Hai Hung,…
Rome, Dec. 20, 2024 – On a cold winter evening, Welcome Association Italy, in collaboration with ISMEO – International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies, welcomed the public to the Mongiovino Theater in Rome for a unique celebration, “The Night of Yalda.” This extraordinary event paid homage to the oldest Persian holiday, a symbolic night that marks the rebirth of light after the winter solstice, embodying the universal values of hope, union and regeneration. With…
The Welcome Association Italy (WAI), represented by Deputy National Secretary Carlo Palumbo, participated with great enthusiasm in the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the founding of Assadakah, held on December 16, 2024 at the prestigious setting of Palazzo Grazioli in Rome. The event was attended by numerous ambassadors and prominent figures from the diplomatic and cultural world, including: Opening the evening was Assadakah’s founder, journalist Talal Khrais, who thanked the guests and stressed the…
Rome, Nov. 12, 2024 – Carlo Palumbo, deputy national secretary of the Welcome Association Italy (WAI), participated yesterday, Nov. 11, 2024, in a press conference organized by the National Union of Ambulatory Clinics, Outpatient Clinics, Institutions and Private Hospitals (U.A.P.), at the invitation of Professor Foad Aodi, president of the Association of Foreign Doctors in Italy (AMSI). The event was held at Palazzo Odescalchi Simonetti, headquarters of the Guglielmo Marconi Telematic University, via Vittoria Colonna…
Rome, Oct. 31, 2024 – A delegation from Welcome Association Italy, led by Deputy National Secretary Carlo Palumbo, was welcomed to the headquarters of the Embassy of Sudan in Italy. Specifically, Sudan’s Ambassador to Italy, His Excellency Sayeb Altayeb Ahmed attended an important follow-up meeting with respect to the event “Sudan between war and peace: the role of humanitarian organizations,” held on May 17, 2024. The meeting was a crucial opportunity to deepen and consolidate…
Rome, Oct. 27, 2024 – A workshop entitled “Studying and Living in Italy: Key Insights and Essential Knowledge” was held yesterday at Camping Castelfusano in Rome as part of the Vietnamese Students in Italy 2024 Festival, an event dedicated to honoring Vietnamese language and culture. Michele Afferri, Public Relations Coordinator of Welcome Association Italy. participated as a speaker, bringing valuable input on issues of primary importance to international students in Italy, including bureaucratic, linguistic and…
Ostia, Oct. 26 – Deputy Secretary of Welcome Association Italy, Carlo Palumbo, took part in the evening of the Vietnamese Student Festival, held on Oct. 26 in Ostia, to celebrate Vietnamese culture and support the Vietnamese student community present in Italy. Invited as a special guest thanks to its collaboration with the Association of Vietnamese Students in Italy (ASVI), Welcome Association Italy thus confirms its commitment to assisting foreign nationals, with special attention to student…
Rome, Oct. 22, 2024 – Yesterday, at Palazzo Valentini in Rome, the second edition of the Mediterranean International Excellence Award 2024 was held, an event dedicated to personalities who have distinguished themselves in the fields of culture, sports and the arts, with the participation of Welcome Association Italy, represented by deputy secretary Carlo Palumbo, at the invitation of Prof. Foad Aodi. Prof. Foad Aodi, president of the Association of Doctors of Foreign Origin in Italy…
Rome, October 17, 2024 – Welcome Association Italy (WAI) took part in the important event “Rome Refugee City,” held in the beautiful setting of Villa Altieri. The event marked a further step forward in the strengthening of reception policies and the defense of human rights, demonstrating the synergy between institutions and associations committed to the front line on these issues. WAI’s presence at this event reaffirms the association’s deep commitment to the protection of fundamental…
Rome, Oct. 10, 2024 – An important meeting between the association and ASVI (Association of Vietnamese Students in Italy) was held yesterday, Oct. 9, 2024, at the headquarters of Welcome Association Italy. The meeting, chaired by the Deputy Secretary of Welcome Association Italy, Carlo Palumbo, and the President of ASVI, Vu Thi Bich Diep, was a significant moment of dialogue and discussion aimed at creating common synergies. At the center of the discussion was the…
On October 7, 2024, an important international meeting entitled “Peace in the Middle East: An International Dialogue, “ organized by theItalian Arab Assadakah Association and Welcome Association Italy. The event saw the active participation of leading representatives from the diplomatic, cultural and journalistic fields with the aim of addressing the crucial issue of peace in the Middle East. The meeting was opened by the Deputy Secretary of the Welcome Association Italy, Carlo Palumbo, who welcomed…
Rome, July 4, 2024 – Welcome Association Italy is pleased to announce its participation in the literary event “Unpublished Tales from the Middle East,” held on July 3, 2024 at the Horafelix Literary Café, Via Reggio Emilia 89, Rome. The event, organized in collaboration with the Italian-Arab Assadakah Association, offered a unique opportunity to learn more about the dynamics of the Middle East. The meeting featured renowned reporter and war correspondent Talal Khrais, an expert…
Rome, June 19, 2024 – Welcome Association Italy, represented by Deputy National Secretary Carlo Palumbo, participated in the nineteenth edition of the Observatory on Migration in Rome and Lazio, a highly relevant event for the monitoring and analysis of migration phenomena in the region. The event was held at the prestigious Sala della Protomoteca on the Capitoline Hill, a historic and symbolic place in the city of Rome, which provided an ideal setting for discussions…
Rome, June 12, 2024 – Welcome Association Italy is pleased to announce the participation of Deputy Secretary, Carlo Palumbo, in the exclusive event “Wine Tasting & Experiences Day,” a charity auction organized in support of Emergenza Sorrisi – Doctors for Smiling Children, a non-profit organization with which our association actively collaborates. Emergenza Sorrisi – Doctors for Smiling Children ETS is an association that has been working since 2007 to restore hope to children with severe…
On 04/06 and 05/06, the National General Council of Welcome Association Italy met in Montesilvano, in the province of Pescara.The plenary session addressed the consideration and approval of the final 2023 budget and the 2024 budget. This crucial moment was an excellent opportunity to discuss key issues for Welcome Association Italy, from institutional activities to be developed and strategies to improve the stay of our members. “Participation in this conference is an important opportunity for…
On May 23, 2024, at the prestigious Sala Esperienza Europa named after David Sassoli in Piazza Venezia, 6 – Rome, Carlo Palumbo, Deputy National Secretary of Welcome Association Italy, participated in the event “Global Health and International Health Cooperation.” The meeting was attended by experts and representatives of various international organizations involved in promoting health in developing countries through cooperation and innovation projects. During the event, Europe’s intervention in health advocacy in poor countries was…
On 08/05, National Vice Secretary of Welcome Association Italy, Carlo Palumbo, took part in the art exhibition “Contemporanea-mente,” sponsored by the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Italy. The event, promoted and hosted by the Iraqi Embassy, found valuable support from Welcome Association Italy. In fact, our trade union has long been committed to promoting cross-cultural understanding and collaboration among people of different backgrounds and origins. The event, attended by several ambassadors, opened with…
On 02/05, a debate focused on public health, solidarity and disease prevention was held at the Refectory Hall of Palazzo San Macuto in Rome. Welcome Association Italy attended the event at the invitation of Professor Foad Aodi, president of Uniti per Unire. Moderated by Knight Dr. Chiara Benedetta Rita Varisco, the cultural afternoon was attended by numerous associations, health professionals and prominent speakers. The event, organized by the National Union of Knights of Italy section…
How can we improve or simplify the situation of our members? That’s our goal, assists always our members providing the best services. But an ambitious mission cannot be fulfilled alone. For this reason, Welcome Association Italy continuously works on improving and enhancing its wide network of partners specialized in defined fields. For instance, we have developed important partnerships with private universities to provide language courses and other partnerships with estate agencies with the aim of…
How can we improve or simplify the situation of our members? That’s our goal, assists always our members by providing the best services. But an ambitious mission cannot be fulfilled alone. For this reason, Welcome Association Italy continuously works on improving and enhancing its wide network of partners specialized in defined fields. For instance, we have developed important partnerships with private universities to provide language courses and other partnerships with estate agencies with the aim…
