“The World Bridge” [2] is a project that aims to create a connection between the cultures of New York and Naples. Even though the two cities are far away from each other, they share similar energies as well as the ability to altruistically accept others. The project hopes to demonstrate the value of dialogue and artistic expression as the basis for coexistence among different people. It also wants to encourage the creation of new opportunities for partnership between the United States and Italy. 

The program will be hosted by Meridonare della Fondazione Banco di Napoli [3] and will include many events revolved around music, cinema, photography, literature, and the Made in Italy brand. They will be promoted by the non-profit group Spazio Cultura Italia [4] in collaboration with the New York Italians Foundation and the Fordham University Lincoln Center [5].

This festival was created by Italian singer-songwriter and lawyer Mimì De Maio [6] with the hopes of not only supporting but stimulating both the Italian and American creative communities. Maurizio De Giovanni [7], an Italian writer from Naples known for his crime novels, will help kick off the project. Another guest that will be in attendance is the writer Gennaro Matino [8] who believes that during this particular time of divisiveness in the world where walls are being built instead of being knocked down, we must all be able to reach a common ground. He thinks that this exchange of art, culture, and tradition could be the key to finding peace which is why this special initiative concerns everyone. 

If you would like to support the cause and participate in the crowdfunding campaign of “The World Bridge”, please visit www.meridonare.it [9]to make a donation today!