The new consular office will serve Italian nationals and Italian Americans across Western Pennsylvania.

By Ed Manfredi

Dr. Steven Mancini, the newly appointed Honorary Consul of Italy in Pittsburgh (Consolato Onorario d’Italia a Pittsburgh), recently hosted a grand opening ceremony in celebration of his new Italian Consular Office in downtown Pittsburgh.

Located at 304 Ross Street, Room 401, the office will serve as a welcome resource for Italian nationals and Italian Americans across Western Pennsylvania.

Dr. Mancini brings both professional expertise and deep cultural roots to the role.

A cybersecurity expert and assistant professor at Morris University, he previously worked for the Department of Homeland Security and served as Director of Analysis at the National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center (NCCIC).

He is also a proud ISDA member and president of Ambassador Lodge.

Dr. Mancini expressed his gratitude to the Italian Sons and Daughters of America for their financial and organizational support in helping to establish the office.

To mark the occasion, ISDA national and regional leaders were in attendance, including President Basil Russo, First Lady Patricia Gallupoli Russo, National Controller Joann Blackwell, Western Pennsylvania Vice President Sharon Cerrone, and Fraternal Board Member Ed Manfredi.

“Having a local consular presence not only makes essential services more accessible, but it also strengthens our community’s ties to Italy,” said Basil Russo. “We’re proud to support Dr. Mancini in this important role as he serves with dedication and professionalism.”

The consular office will provide a range of support, including guidance on Italian citizenship and Italian passports.

To contact Dr. Mancini, email: pittsburgh.onorario@esteri.it