The Dante Alighieri - Athens Committee is an association open to all those interested in the Italian language and culture, regardless of nationality, religion, or political and ideological orientation. It is committed to fulfilling the Association's mission: "to protect and promote the Italian language and culture around the world, to revive the spiritual ties of Italians abroad with their homeland, and to foster love and admiration for Italian culture among foreigners". Its Committee organises a wide range of engaging cultural events, and actively collaborates with local institutions, particularly the Italian Cultural Institute and the Italian State School, and the Italian Embassy in Greece.