Indian Youth Orientation 2026
Integration and Beyond
Mark your calendars for the Indian Youth Orientation 2026, on a short notice we invite you to a high-impact event dedicated to Indian and Italian Inclusiveness, practical career guidance, cultural connection, and practical advice for navigating Italian bureaucracy.
Navigating life, education, and career in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. The Indian Youth Association APS is back with its annual flagship conference, bringing together an exceptional lineup of experts, researchers, and professionals to help you thrive in Italy.
Event Overview
| Event Aspect | Details |
| Event Name | Indian Youth Orientation 2026 |
| Theme | Indian and Italian Inclusiveness |
| Date | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
| Timing | 16:00 – 18:00 CEST (Registrations start at 15:45) |
| Venue | Sala Cittadini “Igino Giordani” Via di Villa Narducci 28, Rome (Near Stazione Tiburtina) |
| Admission | ADMIT FREE (Limited entry – Member List / Registered Attendees only) |
What We Will Cover: Key Topics
The sessions are structured to address the core challenges and opportunities faced by Indian students and young professionals in Italy, delivered in both English and Italian:
- Permesso di Soggiorno & Administrative Issues (ENG)
- Workplace & Salary Security (ITA)
- How to Start Your PhD in Italy (ENG)
- Making the Most of Europe as an Indian Student (ENG)
- Staying Culturally Connected (ENG)
- Planting Small Seeds Along Life’s Winding Path in Italy
Featured Speakers
We are honored to host an esteemed group of guest speakers spanning government, academia, psychology, and trade:
- Dott.ssa Ghita Micieli De Biase — Consultant & Researcher, Unione Induista ItalianaInternational Relations graduate from LUISS Guido Carli with extensive experience in public and private research institutes, currently serving at the Presidency Office in Rome of the Italian Hindu Union.
- Dr. Lakshmi Kumar Kunche — Postdoctoral Researcher, Sapienza University of Rome, IIT Madras alumnus and former Virginia Tech researcher in virtual drug discovery, currently researching peptide-lipid membrane interactions at Sapienza.
- Dott. Simone Bartolozzi — Consulente del Lavoro (Labor Consultant), RomeSapienza University graduate specializing in employment law, labor sociology, and contract safety for workers across various sectors in Italy.
- Dr. Gaia Fancello — Psychologist & PsychotherapistPontifical Salesian University graduate operating in private practice and clinical centers dedicated to accessible psychological well-being for young adults and adults.
- Mrs. Sonia Bali — Intermediatore Culturale, Prefettura di Ascoli PicenoItalian government official and experienced cultural mediator serving at the Prefettura di Ascoli Piceno, bridging administrative and cultural gaps.
- Mr. Sujith Jagannathan — PhD Researcher, LUISS Guido CarliPhD researcher in Management at LUISS and SKEMA Paris alumnus, actively building a venture in the India-Europe trade corridor.
Registration & Venue Details
Entry is completely free, but capacity at Sala Cittadini “Igino Giordani” is limited strictly to registered members and attendees on the guest list.
- Arrive Early: Registration desks open at 15:45. Please bring your confirmation to ensure a seamless check-in before the panel opens at 16:00.
- Support Youth Initiatives: Learn how you can support our ongoing non-profit outreach programs by opting to direct your 5×1000 tax donation (firma il tuo 5×1000) to the association.
