SIOI

What SIOI does

SIOI – Società Italiana per l'Organizzazione Internazionale is a private Italian non-profit association (associazione) founded on October 4, 1944, and headquartered in Rome at Piazza di San Marco, 51. It operates as UNA Italy, the Italian federation of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), serving as a bridge between Italian civil society, government, and the United Nations system. The organization delivers international-relations education, research, and convening functions for students, young professionals, universities, and Italian government institutions.

Its product portfolio comprises two university Master's programs (Master Universitario in Relazioni Internazionali: Crisi Globali, Leadership, Diritti Umani e Tecnologia; Master Universitario in Analisi Geopolitica), professional training courses (Comunicazione nelle relazioni internazionali; Criminalità organizzata transnazionale e terrorismo internazionale), and publication arms including the Collana SIOI book series, the SIOI Horizons research paper series, a journal, and the Osorin analytical platform. SIOI also implements the UN Youth Delegate Programme (UNYDP) for Italy in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI). The organization is supported operationally by a dense partner ecosystem spanning Italian ministries, universities (LUMSA, Unitelma Sapienza, Roma Tre, University of Trieste, John Cabot University), UN agencies (UNICRI, UNRIC), research bodies (CNR, ENEA, OECD, Eurispes), and corporate sponsors (Generali, Reale Foundation, Telespazio, Airbus Italy, Thales Alenia Space). Territorial sections (Sezioni) extend its presence across Italy.

SIOI's revenue model combines recurring tuition from educational programs, membership dues from Soci, conference and event revenue, one-time publication/book sales, and corporate/institutional sponsorship. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; programs operate on a tuition/fee basis typical of Italian university-affiliated programs. Governance is membership-based, with the General Assembly of Members electing social organs; Riccardo Sessa was confirmed as President for the 2026-2028 triennium alongside approval of a new Statute in June 2026. The organization has no disclosed venture, private equity, or institutional investment and operates as an independent association.

Name

SIOI

Legal name

SIOI - Società Italiana per l'Organizzazione Internazionale

Website

https://sioi.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1944

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SIOI is the Italian Association for the United Nations (UNA Italy), a Rome-based non-profit founded in 1944 that delivers international-relations education, research, and publications, and implements the UN Youth Delegate Programme for Italy. It serves students, young professionals, universities, and Italian government institutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International Relations Education and Research

NAICS

International Affairs (92812), National Security and International Affairs (928)

SIC

International Affairs (9721), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAIAIAC

Multilateral Diplomacy & International Representation (UN, Regional Bodies)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Foreign Affairs & Diplomatic Services

SECONDARYBPADAAAA

United Nations System & Specialized Agencies

Business & Public Services/International Organizations & Development/Multilateral & Intergovernmental Organizations

SECONDARYBPAIAIAG

Development Cooperation & Foreign Aid Administration

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Foreign Affairs & Diplomatic Services

Keywords

• International relations education
• Geopolitical analysis training
• UN youth delegate programs
• Diplomatic research publications
• International affairs association

Headquarters

HQ city

Rome

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Educational Programs: SIOI generates revenue through master programs (Master Universitario in Relazioni Internazionali, Master in Analisi Geopolitica) and professional training courses in international relations, diplomacy, and geopolitics.
2. Membership Dues: As an association (Associazione Italiana per le Nazioni Unite), SIOI collects membership fees from its members (Soci).
3. Publications and Books: Revenue from the SIOI book series (Collana SIOI) and journal publications, including specialized geopolitical and international relations research.
4. Conferences and Events: SIOI organizes conferences on international topics, including the UN Youth Delegate Programme events and public geopolitical conferences.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SIOI operates as the Italian Association for the United Nations (UNA Italy), delivering university master's programs and professional training courses in international relations and geopolitical analysis. The organization produces academic research publications through its SIOI Horizons research paper series and Collana SIOI book series, and manages the UN Youth Delegate Programme (UNYDP) for Italy in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Product overview

SIOI offers a portfolio of educational programs including university Master's degrees (in International Relations and Geopolitical Analysis) and professional training courses (in Communication and Transnational Crime). The organization also produces publications through its Collana SIOI book series and SIOI Horizons research paper series, along with journals and analytical content via the Osorin platform. Additionally, SIOI manages the UN Youth Delegate Programme for Italy, promoting youth participation in international diplomacy. The portfolio is focused on international relations education and research dissemination, not software products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SIOI Horizons: Research paper series dedicated to international politics and geopolitical transformations
• Collana SIOI
• UNYD Italy

Products and services

• Master Universitario in Relazioni Internazionali: Crisi Globali, Leadership, Diritti Umani e Tecnologia University Master's program in International Relations covering global crises, leadership, human rights and technology.
• Master Universitario in Analisi geopolitica Level I University Master's program in Geopolitical Analysis for professionals and students.
• Corso di Formazione in Comunicazione nelle relazioni internazionali Professional training course on communication in international relations, targeting working professionals.
• Corso di Formazione in Criminalità organizzata transnazionale e terrorismo internazionale Professional training course on transnational organized crime and international terrorism.
• Collana SIOI Book series publishing volumes on international relations, geopolitics, and global affairs topics, distributed through publisher Armando Editore.
• SIOI Horizons Editorial research paper series providing analytical insights and multidisciplinary contributions on international politics and contemporary geopolitical transformation topics.
• UN Youth Delegate Programme (UNYDP) Annual program organized by SIOI in agreement with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, promoting youth participation in UN policies and activities. The 2026/2027 edition attracted over 300 applications for 2 delegate positions.
• SIOI Conferences Public conferences on international relations and geopolitical topics, including book launches and academic events.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• United Nations (Global)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs the Italian Association for the United Nations (UNA Italy), SIOI operates under the umbrella of the United Nations system. The organization is affiliated with WFUNA (World Federation of United Nations Associations) and maintains direct relationships with UN agencies for youth delegate programs and international cooperation.
• Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale (MAECI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs works with SIOI on the UN Youth Delegate Programme, providing institutional support and alignment with Italian diplomatic priorities.
• LUMSA (Libera Università Maria SS. Assunta)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for joint educational programs including the Master in Relazioni Internazionali and professional training courses.
• Unitelma SapienzacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for distance learning and international relations education programs.
• Agenzia Italiana per la Gioventù (AIG)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian Youth Agency provides patronage for the UN Youth Delegate Programme, supporting youth participation in international affairs.
• Reale FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReale Foundation supports the 2026/2027 edition of the UN Youth Delegate Programme as a financial sponsor, providing resources for youth engagement in UN activities.
• WFUNA (World Federation of United Nations Associations)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSIOI is the Italian member of WFUNA, the global network of UN Associations connecting civil society with the United Nations system.
• CNR (Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian National Research Council collaboration on international research projects and academic exchange.
• OECDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization for Economic Cooperation and Development partnership for policy research and international economic analysis.
• UNICEF ItaliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on youth programs, children's rights advocacy, and international development topics.
• Ministero della DifesaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian Ministry of Defense partnership for security studies, defense policy, and international conflict resolution research.
• Ministero dell'AmbienteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerItalian Ministry of Environment partnership for sustainability policy, climate change, and environmental protection research.
• UArctic (University of the Arctic)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational circumpolar studies network collaboration, particularly relevant for SIOI's Arctic research publications.
• Eurispes (European Institute of Politics and Economics)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch institute collaboration on political and economic analysis, policy studies, and international relations.
• John Cabot UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican university in Rome partnership for international education and cross-cultural academic exchange.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA): U.S. equivalent of SIOI as the American member association of WFUNA. Directly comparable in mission, model, and programming (youth delegate, education, policy advocacy) within a different national context.
• Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI): Italian non-profit research institute focused on international politics, security, and economics. Directly comparable to SIOI as a Rome-based Italian organization conducting research, publishing analysis, and offering training in international relations with close ties to Italian institutions.
• UNA-UK (United Nations Association UK): UK member of WFUNA operating with a similar association-based model focused on UN engagement, education, and policy advocacy. Provides a strong comparable peer for membership structure and programming.

Broad incumbents

• Chatham House (Royal Institute of International Affairs): Established UK-based international affairs think tank producing research, publications, and events on global policy. Comparable to SIOI in research publication (SIOI Horizons vs. Chatham House research papers) and convening function.
• World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA): Global federation of national UN Associations of which SIOI is the Italian member. Directly comparable as the umbrella governance and network body connecting SIOI to peer UN Associations worldwide.

Regional players

• Centro Italiano per la Pace e i Diritti Umani: Italian organization focused on peacebuilding, human rights, and international cooperation. Partially comparable to SIOI in mission overlap (UN values, international engagement) and Italian non-profit association model.

Emerging players

• Johns Hopkins University SAIS Europe: Bologna-based campus of a leading international relations graduate school. Comparable to SIOI in offering advanced international relations education in Italy with focus on diplomacy, policy, and geopolitics.
• LUISS School of Government: Italian academic institution offering master's programmes and research in international relations, public policy, and geopolitics. Comparable as a direct competitor for SIOI's master's programme enrollees and faculty partnerships.

Peers

• Eurispes (European Institute of Politics and Economics): Italian research institute producing political, economic, and social policy analysis. Listed as a partner of SIOI and comparable as an Italian policy research organization publishing analysis and reports on national and international topics.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SIOItweet
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SIOIFormazione?feature=watch
• Facebookfacebook.com/SIOI.UNAITALY
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/10521765
• Instagraminstagram.com/sioiunaitaly
• TikToktiktok.com/@sioiunaitaly

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

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