Interviews with people of South American origin who live, work and develop projects in Italy.
South America is present in Italy through people, families, associations, professional activities, culture, music, literature, cuisine, universities and sport.
Behind this presence are very different journeys. Some people arrived recently, others have lived in Italy for many years, and many have built their identities between different languages, places and cultural references.
South American Voices in Italy is Sudame’s interview series dedicated to telling these stories.
Each conversation begins with the guest’s personal and professional journey and expands into broader topics such as identity, work, culture, social participation, the relationship with one’s country of origin and life in Italy.
The aim is not to ask one individual to represent an entire country or community. Every interview offers a personal perspective shaped by a specific story, project and context.
More Than Migration Stories
Migration may be an important part of the conversation, but it is not the only focus of the series.
People of South American origin living in Italy work in journalism, research, entrepreneurship, culture, education, communication, sport and many other fields.
Sudame also seeks to highlight what these individuals are building today: skills, professional activities, cultural initiatives, associations, businesses and projects that create connections between different territories and communities.
Interview Topics
Conversations may explore:
- Life and work experiences in Italy
- Identity and belonging
- Relationships with the country of origin
- South American culture in Italy
- Journalism, media and communication
- Literature, music, cinema and visual arts
- Education, universities and research
- Entrepreneurship and professional projects
- Associations and civic participation
- Second-generation experiences
- Language, bilingualism and family memory
- Stereotypes about South America
- Relations between Italy and South American countries
Questions are tailored to each guest’s experience and the topic being discussed.
Who We Interview
The format is open to people of South American origin who live in Italy on a permanent basis or for significant periods of time.
Guests may include:
- Journalists and media professionals
- Researchers, academics and students
- Writers, translators and publishers
- Artists, musicians and cultural workers
- Entrepreneurs and professionals
- Leaders of associations and community organisations
- Promoters of social initiatives
- Athletes and sports professionals
- Members of second-generation communities
Public recognition is not the main selection criterion. Sudame looks for meaningful experiences, valuable expertise and projects that can help readers better understand the South American presence in Italy.
Two Recurring Questions
Each interview follows its own path, but two questions help define the identity of the series:
What aspect of your country is most often misunderstood in Italy?
What part of South America would you most like the Italian public to know better?
The answers may touch on culture, history, society, work, politics, the environment or everyday life.
How We Conduct Interviews
Interviews may take place:
- Through a written exchange
- During an online conversation
- In person, when possible
- In audio or video format for future multimedia content
Interviews may be conducted in Italian, Spanish, Portuguese or English, depending on the language most natural for the guest.
The primary version is published in Italian. Before publication, guests may review biographical information, factual data, quotations and the accuracy of any translations.
Sudame remains responsible for the final title, introduction and editorial structure of the published interview.