THE
ROLE OF THE ITALIAN AMERICAN WOMEN
"Mamma" is the central figure of the Italian and Italian American household. However, women's roles have evolved over the years, we need to recognize the changes and encourage young women to develop their full potential. Lombardo felt scholarships for women were particularly significant in today's society.
Washington, D.C. 1983
"Italian American Women in Tradition and
Transition"
Funded by:
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The National Organization of Italian American Women
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NIAF
Women's roles were viewed from the Italian immigration days to the present. In collaboration with the National Organization of Italian American Women, the NIAF conducted the conference "Italian American Women in Tradition of Transition" Topics discussed included Our Heritage, An Asset or Liability for Super Achievers; Leaving Home: A Dilemma for Young Italian American Women.
Washington,
D.C. 1986
"Role of Italian American Women"
Funded by:
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The National Organization of Italian American Women
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NIAF
Another
significant conference held in 1986 was that conducted together with
the National Organization of Italian American Women, under the leadership
of Dr. Aileen Riotto Sirey. The conference aimed to define the role
of Italian American women in the areas
of sciences, business, academia, politics, medicine and law. 
