To be held in New York on Friday April 25 and Saturday April 26, the conference theme of "MAFIAs"—the first on the subject by this academic research institute—intends to cover a broad variety of manifestations of organized crime throughout the world and over time.

This scholarly event seeks a comparative approach to the subject, from historical perspectives to contemporary realities. Contrasts in historical genesis, organizational templates, cultural expressions, and sociological influences will be examined.

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Source: http://www.italianamericanstudies.net