United Italian Societies - Netherlands

Last Thursday, 20 November, we inaugurated the new edition of our Mentoring Programme. Many thanks to the Italian Cultural Institute in Amsterdam for hosting us so kindly. We are truly grateful to our speakers, Rossella Mauri and Federico Barbieri, for sharing their experiences, the challenges they have faced during their careers, and their valuable insights on working in the financial and banking sector in the Netherlands and beyond. Thank you also to all the participants who contributed to such an engaging conversation, enriching the exchange of ideas and sharing questions, curiosities, doubts and reflections. Lastly, a special shout-out to the UIS Netherlands team for organising the event and making it a success! We’re excited for what’s ahead… stay tuned! 🚀🇮🇹🌍

Mentoring Programme 2025/26 Launch: Breaking Into Finance We are thrilled to announce the new edition of the UIS Mentoring Programme. This initiative connects Italian students abroad with Italian professionals working in international environments to create opportunities and offer meaningful mentorship experiences that shape your future. 🇮🇹🌍 The first event of the year will focus on Finance & Banking: 📍 Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Amsterdam (Keizersgracht 564, 1017 EM Amsterdam) 📅 Thursday, November 20 | 🕔 17:00 – 19:00 🎙️ Speakers: Alberto Gervasini — Vice President in Sustainable Finance, Climate and Sustainability Strategy division, with nearly ten years of experience in risk management and climate strategy aimed at achieving net-zero targets. Rossella Mauri — Executive Director and Liquidity Product Manager, with over seven years of experience in liquidity management and transaction banking, focusing on liquidity products for corporate clients. Federico Barbieri — Associate, Global Product Strategy division, with expertise in market intelligence, asset management, and financial product analysis. This event is a unique opportunity to explore successful career paths, gain practical insights, and expand your network in the international finance industry. ❗The event will be held in Italian. 🔔 RSVP required — limited spots available! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/euz5W79C

💼 I am thrilled to announce that I will be continuing my journey with United Italian Societies as the Country Manager of United Italian Societies - Netherlands. This is an incredible opportunity, which wouldn't be possible without the efforts of all those who, like myself, believe in the importance of this initiative and volunteer their skills and time to create opportunities for Italians abroad. Firstly, I would like to thank my colleagues from the previous board: Filippo Secco, Giovanni Ferrero, Mohamed Farjaoui, Anna Prévot, Federica Pastella, Alessia Giardinelli and Elia Berchielli. Secondly, special thanks to Umberto Belluzzo and Ferdinando Prencipe for trusting me with this role and for all of their work to continuously improve UIS. I am actively recruiting members for the new executive board of United Italian Societies - Netherlands, and I encourage everyone to check out our open positions to join our vibrant network! Submit your application through this link: https://lnkd.in/dGnbJQTN

🎓 UIS Netherlands is recruiting! 🇮🇹🇳🇱 Are you an Italian student living in the Netherlands? Do you want to take an active role in building community, representing your peers, and shaping national initiatives? United Italian Societies – Netherlands is expanding its Executive Team — and we’re looking for passionate, motivated students ready to make a difference. 📌 Expand and strengthen our national student network 🎉 Lead cultural, educational, and social initiatives 🗣️ Represent the voice of Italian students across Dutch universities 🌍 Collaborate with a dynamic, international student-led organization Whether you're based in Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Utrecht, Maastricht, or anywhere in between — your contribution can help us grow stronger, together. 👉 Apply now and be part of a community that celebrates identity, connection, and impact: https://lnkd.in/dGnbJQTN #UISNetherlands #LeadershipOpportunity #StudentCommunity #ItalianStudentsAbroad #StudentLife #Netherlands #InternationalStudents #Recruitment

🇮🇹 Il tuo voto conta anche dall’estero! In vista dei Referendum abrogativi, è fondamentale che tutti gli elettori italiani residenti all’estero e iscritti all’AIRE mantengano aggiornati i propri dati. 📬 Hai cambiato indirizzo di recente? Ricordati di comunicarlo quanto prima al tuo Consolato di riferimento, preferibilmente tramite il portale Fast It. 🔗 Per maggiori info e accesso al portale: https://lnkd.in/dGHk7jkd #referendumabrogativi2025 #AIRE #FastIt #italianiallestero #ambasciata #consolato #votoestero #UISNetherlands

🇮🇹✨ Welcome to the Netherlands, Ambassador Augusto Massari! ✨🇮🇹 United Italian Societies Netherlands extends a warm welcome to Ambassador Augusto Massari as he begins his new role at Ambasciata d'Italia a l'Aja. We look forward to working together to strengthen the Italian student community in the Netherlands and continue fostering meaningful connections between Italy and its young professionals abroad. Wishing Ambassador Massari a successful and inspiring journey in his new position! #ItalyInTheNetherlands #AmbassadorMassari #UISNetherlands #ItalianCommunity

🚨 OPPORTUNITY FOR ITALIAN STUDENTS – FULLY FUNDED TRIP TO NYC! 🇮🇹✈️🇺🇸 Are you an Italian undergraduate student passionate about innovation, leadership, and international dialogue? United Italian Societies is offering 1 fully funded fellowship to attend the Italian Symposium in New York City, April 11–13, 2025. The selected fellow will join top students, global leaders, and professionals to explore the future of Italy–U.S. relations through business, technology, and policy. 📝 Application includes short essays, a CV, and an optional video 📍 Open to all disciplines – Bachelor's level 📅 Deadline: April 4, 2025 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dqRQ5u7X 📄 View the full brochure 📲 Follow United Italian Societies and United Italian Societies - United States on Instagram and LinkedIn for updates! Let’s empower the next generation of Italian talent 🌍 #Fellowship #UIS2025 #Leadership #ItalianStudents #ItalyUSA #Symposium #StudyAbroad #NYC #StudentOpportunities

It was a great honour to attend "Charting the Course in Uncertain Times," an event organized by Ambasciata d'Italia a l'Aja, representing us, the Italian Society of Leiden & Den Haag, alongside United Italian Societies - Netherlands, and to engage in a meaningful discussion with Ambassador Giorgio Novello. We had the opportunity to share the initiatives we have worked on so far to strengthen the Italian student community in the Netherlands. A special thank you to Ambassador Novello for his continuous support, guidance, and encouragement. His dedication to the Italian community has been truly inspiring, and we are grateful for his assistance in helping us grow and create meaningful networks. #ItalianCommunity #ItalyInTheNetherlands #Networking #UnitedItalianSocieties #ItalianSocietyLeidenDenHaag #Embassy #ItalianEmbassy #ErasmusUniversityRotterdam

On November 28th, we had the honor of hosting the event “Diplomacy in Data: The Power of Science in Modern Decision-Making,” organized in collaboration with Embassy of Italy in the Netherlands at the Italian Culture Institute in Amsterdam. As the first event of the year with the Italian Embassy, it featured distinguished speakers: Counsellor Simon Carta, Professor Anastasija Tetereva, and Alycia Colijn. Discussions explored the ethical and technical dimensions of artificial intelligence, its implications for diplomacy, and Italy’s role in shaping these conversations. Professor Tetereva shed light on how AI is transforming diplomacy, such as using text data for policy analysis and conflict prevention, and geospatial data for crisis response and environmental diplomacy. She also highlighted the dangers of nontransparent machine learning, including erosion of trust, manipulation risks, and limited accountability. Alycia Colijn illustrated real-world ethical dilemmas of autonomous systems in conflict zones, showcasing how poorly designed AI can lead to unintended harm, misoptimization, and humanitarian crises. She emphasized the importance of ethical guidelines to avoid collateral damage and ensure AI operates within international norms. The presentations sparked stimulating discussions, with guests eager to delve deeper into these pressing issues. Thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to this enriching experience!