The
Dante
Alighieri
Society
of South
Australia
Inc.
Connecting
you with
Italian
Language
and Culture
The Dante
Alighieri
Society
of South
Australia
Inc.
About us
The Dante Alighieri Society is a non-profit organization
supported by enthusiastic volunteers who assist in
promoting Italian language and cultural activities. We
provide a gateway for people all over the world to
the culture, language, food, wine history, art, opera,
music, cinema, fashion and industry of Italy.
Founded in Rome in 1889, the Society took its name
from the author of the Divine Commedy and founder
of the Italian Language.
In South Australia the Society began in 1964 and
organizes a wide range of programs for its members
and the community at large.
We are official providers of the Certificate of Italian
Language Proficiency – PLIDA – recognized by the
Italian Ministries of Labor and Social Policies and of
University and Research for the enrolment of foreign
students in Italian universities.
Our Mission
To advance the interest, knowledge and appreciation
of Italian Language and Culture.
Contact Us
For more information call Dante Alighieri Society on
0423 359 503, email [email protected]
or visit www.ladantesa.com
Dante Alighieri
(1265-1321) One of the most important writers
in European literature and considered the “father
of the Italian language”, Dante is best known for the
epic poem Commedia, c.1310-14, later named
La Divina Commedia.
Learn
Italian with
Dante
Our programs
Ongoing activities of the Dante Alighieri Society
include:
Language courses
Professional Italian language courses at all
levels of proficiency. Our professional courses
lead to PLIDA certification for Italian language
proficiency and to the Attestato Dante Alighieri
(ADA) certificate of attendance; conversation
classes; short visits to local places of interest to
practice Italian; art and language workshops for
children; language and culture study tours to
Italy.
Cineforum
A selection of classic and recent Italian films
with an introductory presentation are screened
during the year.
Opera and music appreciation
We host talks by directors, singers and experts
which often coincide with performances by the
State Opera of South Australia.
Public lectures
We host talks and seminars on the contribution
of Italians to scientific, artistic, educational,
literary and culinary knowledge.
Dante Alighieri Readings
An ongoing celebration of the life, work and
times of Dante Alighieri, the ‘father’ in the
Italian language.
Why PLIDA?
With your PLIDA certificate you can:
prove your Italian language proficiency
on your CV and job applications;
enrol in an Italian university without
having to sit the language test;
apply for a long term permit to reside in
Italy for non EU residents.
Dante
Alighieri
Culture
and
Education
Fund
Grants, scholarships and prizes
Travel grants to assist students of Italian to undertake
Italian Language and Culture courses in Italy;
scholarships for meritorious students; prizes for
primary and secondary students of Italian for projects
about Italian language and culture as determined by
the Society.
Creative and performing arts
Support creative and performing artists in the
creation of new or established pieces which enhance
Italian Language and Culture in Australia; support
publications which foster Italian Language and
Culture.
Study and teaching
Support research and teaching projects which
advance the knowledge of Italian language and
Italian/Australian regional history.
Building the future
Contribute to the building of an Italian Arts and
Cultural Centre in South Australia, which will provide a
focal point for community activities.
Learn Italian in Italy
Intensive Italian courses in some of the
most beautiful cities in Italy.
Choose from Culture, Art, Bel Canto
and other electives.
How you can
support us
Become a member and receive
Priority access to all Society events and member
discounts where they apply, free copies of the Vita
Nuova newsletter. A DA member has access to all
offers and agreements with hotels, restaurants,
tour agents, museums, etc. negotiated by the DA
headquarters in Italy and abroad. A DA member who
wishes to study Italian with our Society in Italy has
access to special offers and conditions.
Become a sponsor
Platinum, gold, silver and bronze sponsorship
levels available.
Sponsor a prize/event/scholarship.
Bequests
A bequest in your will can make a real difference
to Italian Language and Culture for future generations
in South Australia.
Support the Dante Alighieri Culture
and Education Fund
The Dante Alighieri Culture and Education Fund is
endorsed by the Australian Tax Office as a Deductible
Gift Recipient under the Register of Cultural
Organizations.
All tax deductible funds will be used to support our
many exciting projects which will revitalise the love of
Italian Language and Culture in South Australia.
To donate call 0423 359 503
or email [email protected]
“ A l’alta fantasia qui mancò possa;
ma già volgeva il mio disio e ’l velle,
sì come rota ch’igualmente è mossa,
l’amor che move il sole e l’altre stelle.
”
Dante Alighieri, La Divina Commedia,
Paradiso, XXXIII, 142-145
The Dante Alighieri Society
of South Australia Inc.
Adelaide Business Centre
P.O. Box 10522 Adelaide 5000
South Australia
Call 0423 359 503
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ladantesa.com
ABN 52 849 007 882