KNOWLEDGE AND POWER. SCHOOLS AND CULTURAL MISSIONS FOR THE PROMOTION OF THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE IN ROMANIA
Knowledge and Power: Schools and Cultural Missions for the Promotion of the Italian Language in Romania

Summary/Abstract: The spread of the Italian language in Romania has historical roots in medieval times and is part of long-standing cultural, political, and economic exchanges between the two nations. Italian played a role in shaping Romania’s cultural identity, beginning with Italian humanists who noted linguistic ties between Latin and Romanian. This connection strengthened over the centuries through diplomatic and cultural ties, including the Transylvanian School movement and the promotion of Latin heritage. In the 19th century, Italian became essential in elite Romanian education, and the interwar period saw a rise in Italian cultural institutions. Despite communist restrictions, Italian instruction persisted and gained renewed interest after the regime’s fall, reflecting Italy’s continued cultural impact and strong economic ties with Romania. Today, Italian language education remains significant for young Romanians, enriching bilateral relations in a connected Europe.

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