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Preserving his Italian-American heritage has always been high on Francis (Frank) Joseph DeBlasi’s list of priorities. And it’s understandable. His dad, the late Dr. Joseph DeBlasi, was a doctor of internal medicine engaged in private practice in New Dorp. And together with DeBlasi’s mom, Rita DeBlasi, a coronary intensive care nurse, and brother, M...

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In an action-packed all-expenses paid journey exploring UNESCO sites, local hotspots and breath-taking landscapes. Travel with Italian American peers while being introduced to the vibrant culture, mouth-watering cuisine and fascinating history that puts one’s Italian American heritage into a life-changing context that was never realized before. Eli...

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The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is pleased to announce the Italian region of Lazio as its designated Region of Honor for 2025. This historic region, home to Rome, the capital of Italy, and steeped in profound significance, marks a momentous year as it coincides with both the Jubilee Year and NIAF's 50th Anniversary. "NIAF is thrille...

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Dear friends, Welcome to the 2025 of We the Italians! The year begins with an important news for us. After 85,000 free contents, the first articles for those who would like to subscribe have appeared on our Facebook page. So many of you have asked us how to “subscribe” to We the Italians or help us grow, and today there is this tool that, for the p...

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“What does one think of when reading the words Italian American?” I asked a friend. Was she going to say tomato sauce (gravy) or delicious food? How about fictional characters, Michael Corleone or Tony Soprano? Does the phrase “fuhgeddaboudit” suddenly pop into your head? Or maybe the “Che vuoi?” (pinched fingers) hand gesture? All are the kind of...

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The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) has designated Abruzzo and Molise as the "Regions of Honor" for 2027, a prestigious recognition that highlights the cultural and historical significance of these two central Italian regions. This honor was announced at a special event in Washington, D.C., attended by key representatives from the regio...

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January 2025 Meet Pete Melucci, a Grand Italian American in the Grand Canyon State

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We the Italians kicks off the new year on the West Coast, specifically in Arizona, the Grand Canyon State. It is here that we are welcome by a great friend, someone with a big heart in which the two flags that represent all of us proudly wave. Pete Melucci is our Ambassador in Arizona, the founder and President of the Arizona Italian American Chamb...

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Dear friends, We are back from a new interesting trip to the East Coast, where We the Italians participated in some important events: in Washington DC there was the annual meeting of the Transatlantic Investment Committee at the Italian Embassy, and then the traditional reception of Ambassador Mariangela Zappia at Villa Firenze, and again the day d...

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October 25 2024: Italy-US Tech Business & Investment Matching Initiative in Washington DC; Reception at Villa Firenze in Washington DC October 26 2024: NIAF Gala in Washington DC October 28 2024: Private visit at the Italian American Museum in New York; Meeting at the Red Sauce Studio in New YorkOctober 29 2024: Meeting at World Trade Center  

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