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    NIAF Official Delegation Meets in Italy's Region of Piemonte

    (June 04, 2016)
    NIAF’s leadership will strengthen the Foundation’s role as the bridge between the United States and Italy during its official mission to the region of Piemonte,” Del Raso said. “Together with regional executives, we will solidify lasting relationships with business and cultural leaders in Ita
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    How an Italian law for the protection of the sea was born in Washington at the NIAF convention

    I. I.(June 01, 2016)
    Love for nature is what unites Gabriele Giugni, director for North America of the Italian environmental association Marevivo, and John F. Calvelli, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs for the Wildlife Conservation Society. They met during the NIAF convention last fall, and from that meeting a law proposal was born that will be shortly under discussion at the Italian parliament.
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    Italy's Newest Hero: Capt. Francesco Iavazzo

    Judith Harris(May 26, 2016)
    Italy's newest hero is Capt. Francesco Iavazzo, whose quick thinking and efficient crewmen saved the lives of literally hundreds of migrants whose shabby boat with 600 aboard capsized off the Libyan coast. "At sea, safeguarding human life is a sacred task," said Capt. Iavazzo.
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    NIAF. Joseph R. Guccione and Basil M. Russo New Members of Board of Directors

    (May 13, 2016)
    “We are honored and proud to have Joseph Guccione and Basil Russo, two outstanding Italian Americans, serving on NIAF’s Board of Directors,” said NIAF President and COO John M. Viola. “The leadership that these men exhibit in their respective fields further strengthens the expertise of our distinguished board. We welcome their character, keen insight and dedication to the Italian American community.”

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