The Italian Language Week in the World (#SLIM2024) is the most significant global event dedicated to our language, taking place annually thanks to the organization of the diplomatic-consular network and the Italian Cultural Institutes, in collaboration with major local partners for linguistic promotion. Since its establishment in 2001, the event has always been held under the High Patronage of the Presidency of the Republic.
The 2024 edition (October 14 – 20) will focus on the theme “Italian and the Book: The World Between the Lines,” aiming to explore the connection between language and literature in the contemporary world, while highlighting the role of books as vehicles of cultural heritage, values, and Italian identity.
The volume produced specifically by the Accademia della Crusca on the theme “Italian and the Book: The World Between the Lines” is available at the following link in PDF format.
Events in New Zealand
October 14, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Event: “Celebrate Italian Language Week!” – A special event where you’ll learn how to order a coffee like a true Italian and avoid common mistakes when dining in Italy. Browse a selection of Italian books and try some focaccia to experience the real taste of Italy.
Organizers: Italian Circle of Wellington inc. in collaboration with Mediterranean Foods.
Location: Mediterranean Foods, 42 Constable Street, Newtown, Wellington.
October 18, 5:30 PM
Event: “A Story in Italy” – An open event to present the book created by participants of the Creative Writing Course organized by the tutors of Dante Alighieri Society Auckland. During the evening, the project will be illustrated, offering attendees the opportunity to explore the themes and narratives developed by the students.
Organizers: Dante Alighieri Society – Auckland.
Location: Dante Alighieri, Freemans Bay Community Centre, 52 Hepburn Street, Freemans Bay, Auckland.
Event: Podcast of the series “Culture wanderers”, dedicated to Carlo Rovelli and curated by Federico Magrin
Organizer: Ondazzurra.