In 2026, elections will be held to renew the Committees of Italians Abroad (Com.It.Es.).
Com.It.Es. are bodies that represent Italian citizens abroad in their relations with Embassies and Consulates and promote their integration. They also have the task of preserving the historical memory of Italian emigration and highlighting the Italian contribution to the societies in which they operate.
They can be established in consular districts with more than 3,000 AIRE-registered citizens and are composed of 12 members in communities of up to 100,000 citizens, and 18 members in communities exceeding that threshold. Committee members serve for a term of 5 years.
Voting takes place by mail, and it is open to citizens who have resided for at least 6 months in their consular district of reference.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation reaffirms the importance of voter participation, an essential moment for strengthening the representation of Italy’s many communities abroad. The Committees serve as a constant point of reference for citizens, acting as spokespeople for their needs and promoting their interests in their respective territories.
The Consulate of Italy in Brisbane invites all Italian citizens residing in the district to actively participate in this important democratic event, thereby helping to support and enhance their local Italian community.
To learn more about the activities of the Com.It.Es. of Queensland and the Northern Territory, visit: https://www.comitesqldnt.com/
