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Dante Alighieri Society Sydney

The Dante Alighieri Society Sydney is the oldest Italian cultural institute in Australia, having been founded in 1896 by Dr Tommaso Fiaschi, an eminent Italian, who migrated to Australia towards the end of the 1800s.

The Sydney chapter of the Society saw the light only a few years after the first Società Dante Alighieri was founded in Rome in 1889, by a group of intellectuals led by the Nobel Prize-winning poet Giosuè Carducci.

We are one of 460 societies operating worldwide, thanks to the voluntary work of people willing to promote the appreciation and understanding of the rich Italian culture, in all its forms and expressions.

The main part of our mission is the organisation of cultural events together with Italian language courses, by strictly native-speaking teachers, with impeccable academic preparation.

Since its foundation, the Dante Alighieri Society Sydney has operated thanks to professionals coming from different walks of life, but all with the same passion and love for Italian culture.

Sydney

CONTACTS

Address: 41 Carranya Road, Riverview NSW 2066, Sydney,Australia

E-mail: enquiries@dantealighieri.com.au

Courses

Our courses are taught by highly qualified tutors who have earned a bachelor’s degree, masters, PhDs or a diploma in teaching Italian to foreign students. This means that our tutors are experts in their field, and they have the knowledge and experience necessary to teach Italian to students of all levels. ​

We understand that everyone has different learning preferences and busy schedules, that’s why we offer a range of options to suit your needs. Whether you prefer to learn in a group setting or one-on-one with a tutor, we have a course that will meet your needs. Our tutors are skilled in both online and face-to-face teaching modalities, so that you can confidently choose the method that works best for you. 

In addition to our interactive, conversation-based approach to learning Italian, we also offer tailored resources and materials to support your learning.  From ad-hoc material prepared by your tutor specifically for you to online resources and multimedia materials – we offer everything you need to succeed in your Italian studies.

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Events

Our events cater to diverse audiences ranging from beginners to experts, students to professionals, and offer an authentic and immersive experience of Italian culture. 

We organise conferences, film screenings, round tables, historical insights, theatrical readings and much more, providing a platform to discuss and explore relevant issues in history, culture and current events. 

Our events promote intercultural dialogue, enabling participants to express their opinions and perspectives on topics they are passionate about.

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