The  project explores the relationship between different generations of Italians in America and is narrated firsthand by the protagonists. Five couples of grandparents and grandchildren tell their stories in a conversation that touches on central issues concerning Italian identity in the US. 

Introductory remarks by:

- Francesco Genuardi, Consul General of Italy in New York 

- Michael Arena, Pulitzer Prize, Director for Communications and Marketing, CUNY

Presentations by:

- Gaetano Calà (Director of ANFE and member of CGIE)

- Letizia Airos (Editor in Chief and co-founder i-Italy)

- Ottorino Cappelli, PhD (Project Manager and co-founder i-Italy) 

The protagonists of the video will be present. 

They include:

- Matilda Raffa Cuomo and Amanda Cole

- Joseph Tusiani and Paola Tusiani

- Aileen Riotto Sirey and Emma Bankier

- Rosaria Liuzzo and Mara Sparacino

- John P. Calvelli and John D. Calvelli

WHEN: Italy National Day, June 2nd, 5PM 

WHERE: The Consulate General of Italy in New York, 690 Park Ave.

The first conversations will run on our television show, which airs every week on NYCTV (Channel25 & 525). Immediately after airing, they will be made available on the web (www.i-Italy.org) 

Il progetto è stato realizzato con ll sostegno del Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale - Direzione Generale per gli Italiani all'Estero e le Politiche Migratorie.