"our children are our future"™
We here at C.I.A.O. believe in the above mission statement.  Our children, are the key to
flourish our culture and keep our traditions alive.  Let us not forget that without them, our
history will perish.

Below are short videos of our organization holding cultural events at the Carmel & Mahopac
Schools in Putnam County, New York this past January, 2008.  Additionally, Middle School
Students from Mongrassano, CS Italy performed songs of culture (see below).

We at
C.I.A.O. place our words into action so that we may ensure our heritage will survive.
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GFMS School - Tira Dirittu Story
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C.I.A.O. & Tira Dirittu Say "Thank You"
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Students Sing The Songs Of Culture
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on 6/9/08
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on 6/10/08
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Hon. Mayor Young of Mt. Vernon, NY
at San Giovanni in Fiore - Calabria,  Italy
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on 9/02/08
Hon. Mayor Young of Mt. Vernon, NY
at San Giovanni in Fiore - Calabria,  Italy
Short Version
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on 9/02/08
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