Gay community in ferrara, italia

When talking about Italian history and homosexuality, people often spontaneously invoke the rainbow triad: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. Knowing that three of the most important artists in history shared my same sexuality gives me a bit of comfort, especially considering recent events in my home country. After painful years of discussions and many setbacks, Italy finally recognised same-sex civil unions in The senators who voted against it celebrated the news inside parliament by exulting and clapping like their favorite football team had just won the Champions League.

The Emilia-Romagna region is a member of the RE. DY network. DY is the Italian network of regions, autonomous provinces and local authorities committed to preventing, tackling and overcoming discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity and improving support to victims across the region. In addition to the Region, some provinces, unions of municipalities and municipalities of the Emilia-Romagna region also adhere, the detailed list of which can be found here.

The city of Bologna is often considered open-minded, tolerant, and queer-friendly. What does it mean to be gay-friendly in a country where the Catholic church is prominently represented? Walking hand in hand through the city is the most normal thing to do when you are in love. At least it should be.

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