ISSNAF reaches out to and connects the Italian Intellectual Diaspora in North America. The guidelines to be considered part of the Diaspora are: 

• Be first generation Italian

• Hold a university degree

• Conduct or have conducted research or development in any discipline

• Have, or have had, at least one year of affiliation with a public or private institution in North America

 

Today, ISSNAF connects more than 3600 scholars, researchers and technologists in North America.

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ISSNAF Chapters carry out the ISSNAF mission at the local level.  Supported by active members and volunteers, our Chapters are active in:

• Promoting networking with colleagues with a shared heritage

• Organizing in-person and online events of interest to their community

• Highlighting talent, including early career researchers

• Partnering with local institutions on synergistic programs, including the Italian Consulate and the Italian Cultural Institute

• Assisting in the implementation of national ISSNAF programs, such as awards and fellowships

• Nominating candidates to leadership roles in ISSNAF