In Rome, Roma 1 Chapter President Sandro Amedeo and his wife, Giovanna Verdicchio, welcomed Founder & President Emeritus Dr. Pasquale Nestico and fellow delegates Anna Nestico, 4th President of Filitalia International, Rosetta Miriello, 6th President of Filitalia International, Cav. Paula Bonavitacola, Milena Garcia, and Assistant Executive Director Nicola Pirone into their home for an evening of friendship, gelato, and watching the FIFA World Cup Final. The group also celebrated the university graduation of Sandro and Giovanna’s son, Andrea.
The delegation also celebrated the continued growth of Filitalia International in Italy with the establishment of new chapters.
The Filitalia International Florence (Firenze) Chapter was officially inaugurated, expanding Filitalia’s presence in Tuscany and reinforcing the organization’s mission of preserving and promoting Italian language, culture, and heritage. The Chapter was founded by Francesca Ierardi. During the inauguration ceremony, a chapter certificate was presented to recognize this important milestone.
The Filitalia International Isernia Chapter in Molise was officially inaugurated, with headquarters located in the municipality of Longano and with the participation of the municipality of Castelpetroso. The Chapter was founded by Dr. Antonella Gatta. During the inauguration ceremony, a chapter certificate was presented to recognize the establishment of this new chapter. The event was attended by Mayor Gianmarco De Filippis.
The delegation also visited Mina Cappussi, President of the Bojano Molise Chapter, further strengthening the connection between Filitalia International and its growing network of chapters throughout Italy. During their visit, the Philadelphia delegation toured the facilities of Dolceamaro and Nuit Fruit, companies founded by Claudio Papa, recipient of the 2024 Filitalia Heroes Award, celebrating Italian excellence, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
The delegation also met with Dr. Paolo Gacci, a Filitalia Heroes Award recipient, and attended the Feast of San Felice in Monteleone di Spoleto with the Perugia Chapter, hosted by Chapter President Cristiana Angelini and Mayor Marisa Angeli, celebrating faith, friendship, and the strong bonds that unite our Filitalia family across Italy.
The Filitalia International District of Italy (Distretto Italia) has spearheaded a new partnership with the ASFOL Orientation Center, an educational advising and enrollment center that connects students with accredited Italian online universities.
ASFOL is not a university itself, but serves as a bridge between students and partner institutions by providing guidance, enrollment assistance, academic support, and tutoring throughout the educational journey.
Through this partnership, Filitalia members and their families can access: Discounted tuition rates; More than 120 bachelor's and master's degree programs; Over 300 master's and professional development courses; Flexible online learning from anywhere in the world; Personalized academic advising and tutoring support.
The agreement provides access to programs offered by Pegaso University, Mercatorum University, and San Raffaele Roma University, creating new educational and professional opportunities for Filitalia members around the world.
