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The Roman Forum is a monthly newspaper for English speakers in Rome - residents and tourists, native and non-native speakers, and Italians who speak, read or are learning English.
The Roman Forum aims to keep English-speakers up to date with news in Rome and Italy, as well as to inform them about the cultural aspects and practical side of life here - from Italian politics to the arts to leisure and travel news - to help its readers make the most of their stay in Rome, what ever its duration.
It includes news bulletins, tips and advice about everything from strikes to tipping, shopping, parking, getting around, driving, cycling and much more.
"There is a copy of The Roman Forum in my office. I really enjoy the information it provides to those of us living and visiting Rome (...) everything from the economy to fashion, museum openings to reviews of the latest wines. The information is useful, but I especially enjoy reading about some of the hidden treasures in and around Rome."
H.E. Ronald P. Spogli, US Ambassador to Italy, Rome.
EDITORIAL OVERVIEW
Every month The Roman Forum contains relevant news from Rome and Italy, transport updates, extensive event listings, essential survival info and advice
for foreigners, as well as regular monthly features.
The paper has five broad sections - news, life in Italy, leisure, culture, events - and includes regular features on topics like food and wine, art, cinema, history, books, current affairs plus. The Roman Forum follows a strictly neutral editorial line - our main goal is to help foreigners in Rome understand the city better and make the most of their stay, whatever the duration.
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
Increase circulation from 15,000 to 20,000 in the first half of 2008
Increase newspaper size from 56 to 64 pages per issue, and stabilise advertising content at 25-35% of the total.
Widen distribution, especially targeting niche readers such as airline passengers from key third countries (USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, Japan and other Asian countries).
Organise joint promotional events within the local English-speaking community such as book launches, wine presentations, film screenings and festivals.
Provide more coverage of important local current affairs, business and commercial developments and events.
Revamp of The Roman Forum web site with enhanced content, link ups with business partners, special user-oriented sections besides increasing promotion of the site through partners and other initiatives (advertising, events, merchandising).
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