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OUR STORY
BimBi Italiani started in 2019 from a conversation between two young Italian mothers in Bangkok, Elena Del Fabbro and Ilaria Lanzoni, both raising small children in multicultural families.
The desire was clear: to give their children the chance to grow up feeling also Italian, even if living far from Italy and in a mixed family.
After Ilaria's departure – Elena turned the idea into reality. With the support of her husband, Andy, she launched a Facebook page and the first BimBi Italiani, Bangkok group. Just a few months later, in August 2019, the very first event was held in a private home. It gathered over 70 participants.
It was the beginning of a journey: family gatherings, workshops, and activities that, during COVID-19, expanded beyond Thailand’s borders to become global experiences. The first international projects were created, such as Nonnolandia and Amici di Penna, opening new paths of connection and solidarity.
BimBi Italiani is now established as one of the very few organizations in the world that builds cultural and educational networks among children, youth, families, businesses, and sector experts. A platform that promotes Italian language, culture, traditions, and the Made in Italy with innovative approaches, firmly rooted in cultural heritage. A bridge connecting Italy to the world and the world to Italy, filling a gap that had not existed before.
BimBi Italiani also consolidates institutionally :
In June 2022 - Elena Del Fabbro, Laura Perin, and Elisetta Grigoletto, officially registered BimBi Italiani as a cultural association – Third Sector Entity (ETS) listed in the RUNTS.
In October 2022 - Elena Del Fabbro and Pathiphan Mancuso, registered BimBi Italiani in Thailand under the name Italian Kids (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
BimBi Italiani ETS is a global organization, fostering connections and educational networks. BimBi Italiani Thailand is the first local hub — a laboratory of experimentation and a replicable model for other countries.
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BimBi Italiani, First Gathering
September 1, 2019 – Bangkok, Thailand
MORE THAN A NAME, MORE THAN A LOGO
“BimBi Italiani” is not just a name: it is an invitation to recognize oneself, to come together, and to feel part of a global community—regardless of age, place of residence, or origins.
“BimBi” means everyone: children, teenagers, young adults as well as parents, grandparents, and educators who continue to look at the world with curiosity, creativity, and an open heart.
“Italiani” does not only mean being born in Italy. It means preserving and living a deep connection with Italian culture: the language, the traditions, the creativity, the stories that bring people together. It means belonging to a tradition that welcomes, reinvents itself, and creates connections between people and places.
Our symbol is a BRIDGE that connects Italy and the world, and in doing so connects children, families, educators, and communities in a spirit of sharing and discovery.
OUR VALUES
CREATIVITY
Learn, grow, and innovate through authentic and creative experiences.
CONNECTION
Build bridges between Italy and the world by connecting people, cultures, and communities.
ITALIAN CULTURE
Preserve, promote, and share the Italian language, traditions, and creativity.
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Elena Del Fabbro
Vice President and Co-Founder of BimBi Italiani. She leads the association’s strategic vision and international development, coordinating projects and global networks.
Laura Perin
Co-Founder. She contributed to the growth of the community and the development of cultural and educational programs, with a special focus on promoting Made in Italy.
Elisabetta Grigoletto
Co-Founder and Honorary President. She supports the institutional development of the association and the consolidation of its identity as a Third Sector Entity.
OUR COMMUNITIES
BimBi Italiani is a single entity with a global vision.
We connect Italy with the world and the world with Italy through communities that grow together and strengthen one another.
International Projects: Nonnolandia, Attacchiamo Bottone, educational conferences, promotion of Made in Italy, and more.
Language & Culture: replicable curricula and workshops for Italian communities abroad.
Global Network: families, youth, professionals, businesses, and affiliate partners.
Institutional Collaborations: educational and cultural institutions in over 25 countries.
Online Community: BimBi Italiani Mondo Facebook group.
Since 2019 in Bangkok: first local hub and laboratory of experimentation.
Language courses and creative workshops for children and families.
Events and conferences: opportunities for community and educational growth.
Promotion of Made in Italy in collaboration with businesses and institutions.
Local networking: active member of the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce.
Online Community: BimBi Italiani Thailand Facebook group.
One single project, Two complementary entities.
We work together to create a replicable model wherever there is the desire to live and share Italian identity.
OUR IMPACT
In just a few years, we have grown from a small community into a global network.
The numbers tell the story of our growth and the strength of the connections we have built.
PARTNERS & NETWORKS
BimBi Italiani grows thanks to a network of collaborations with schools, institutions, cultural organizations, and both local and international partners. The trust of our partners strengthens the quality and impact of our programs, making it possible to create unique educational and cultural experiences.
In this section, you will find the logos of the partners walking alongside us: their presence reflects the value of the connections we have built and the credibility of our journey.
Do you want to be part of the network?
Do you want to be part of the network?
Become a member: join the community with dedicated benefits and opportunities.
Become an affiliate partner: connect with our global network of schools, businesses, and professionals.
Open a branch or integrate our programs: bring BimBi Italiani to your local community.
The Cultural Association BimBi Italiani, Third Sector Entity, was established on 21/06/2022
Tax Code: 97926930153
The Cultural Association BimBi Italiani, ETS, aims to:
Promote Italian culture and pass on the Italian language and traditions to Italian children living abroad through events and other activities with similar purposes.
Build phonetic and linguistic foundations through extracurricular workshops that are artistic, innovative, interactive, and experimental.
Develop a sense of community among Italian children and parents living abroad.
Create a bridge for social and cultural exchange between Italy and abroad.
Promote the access, use, and “reuse” of Italian materials.
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