The Society was begun by a group of people motivated by common cultural and humanitarian interests. Their purpose was to safeguard and diffuse the Italian language and culture, as well as to keep alive the love for Italian culture among foreigners and Italians throughout the world.
Over the years, men of culture have assumed its presidency, each one leaving the mark of his own personality. The long and intense history of the Branch runs parallel to events which have characterized the cultural development of Italy. Over the years, the Rome Branch has assumed a growing, significant importance in the spread of Italian language and culture. Such promotional activities take place, first of all, as the result of a constant commitment to the organization of Italian language courses for foreigners as well as courses in culture for both Italian and foreign members of the Branch.
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