[:en]Thus begins the four-year term of Arcigay Salerno in the autumn of 2024, with the newly elected President, Emanuele Avagliano, at the helm.
We begin with a hug to the memory of the movement: Franco Grillini receives in Salerno the Award established by Arcigay Salerno “Mediterranean Apollo”, a gesture that links the city to the national history of rights and ideally inaugurates the new season of the historic provincial committee.
The association is reorganizing: a end of November 2024 Congress elects the new Board of Directors. Emanuele Avagliano , President. A long-time activist, a key figure on the city and regional scene; Lucia Mazzei, Vice President. Many years of experience in migrant policies and social inclusion; Rocco of the Kingdom, Treasurer; National Councilor of Arcigay. Outgoing President of the Committee; currently oversees treasury and administrative governance; Francesco Napoli, Secretary, former National Councillor of Arcigay with responsibility for planning. Carmine Fasano, Sports Delegate; Viviana Vaccari , Delegate for Aggregative/Recreational Activities. Edward Palescandolo, Delegate for Sexual Health HIV/STD; Federica Di Martino, Delegate for Gender Policies and Reproductive Health.
Winter-Spring: work and squares
TO February tradition becomes political presence: the Jute of the femminielli to Montevergine, the Candlemas that blends devotion and pride, sees Arcigay Salerno among the participants. An ancient rite that the Campania community recognizes as "ancestral pride.".
TO May the squares fill up: May 1st Between Lower Nocera And Salerno (to the Augustan Theatre with the "Village of Associations") to address the issue of rights and inequalities in our community, including in the world of work. Then, May 17th, International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT), the Committee organizes the trip to Rome for the national mobilization “They came for me and we were all there”: a bus, lots of signs, the choice to be present and visible alongside the entire national community.
June: Books, Languages, Alliances
June flows between words that unite. With Feltrinelli Salerno An LGBTQIA+ cultural festival is born: June 2nd Andrea Picariello, Naked; June 11th Christian Coduto, Between us; June 13th Anna De Santis, I Don't Want to Go Out. The Story of Manuel, Born Twice; And July 2nd Immanuel Casto, Otherwise. Different encounters, a single thread: bodies, affections, transitions and awareness in preparation for the SalernoPride2025.
The June 27 the important conference at the Municipality of Salerno “Inclusive Languages and a Culture of Equality” It brings together professional bodies and institutions to discuss the words, frameworks, and responsibilities of those who communicate, care, and inform. This is a commendable participation that has earned the applause of the entire Municipal, Provincial, and Regional Administrations.
It's a preview that lights up the weekend like this: The town hall lights up with the colors of pride for the anniversary of the Stonewall riots and on the occasion of SalernoPride2025.
Salerno Pride
Saturday, June 28, 2025 he's back Salerno Pride to celebrate the twenty years since the first city pride. The city responds: godmother Nina Palmieri from Le Iene – Italia1, godfather Fabio Mancini – top model Maison Armani; and above all a network with over seventy acronyms between associations, unions, institutions and parties who adhere to the political document and the demonstration. A broad alliance, built for this path.
July: Pride Fest in Nocera Inferiore (Salerno)
The July 12th, to Lower Nocera, the first Pride Fest organized by Against the current, brings together music, speeches and stands. Arcigay Salerno supports and participates with a information stand and active intervention by President Avagliano; Daniela Lourdes Falanga, representing the national team, is godmother of the Nocera Inclusion Festival. A celebration that broadens the horizons of pride in the Agro Nocera Sarnese, too often the scene of homosexual, lesbophobic, and transphobic episodes.
The campaigns (December 2024 → August 2025)
The first is the most recognizable: HIV & STDs, Between World AIDS Day And Summer 2025, with invitations to tests, recap of the services and clear, non-judgmental language. Alongside, the push to support Pride also economically ( solidarity gadgets, donations, partnerships) because an inclusive parade requires shared resources. And, like every year, the associative heart: the membership Of Arcigay Salerno, to transform sympathy into belonging and participation into continuity.
First of all: Over the past few months, we have remained alert and closely connected to the province's critical situations and concerns, listening to reports, offering guidance, and networking among individuals, local authorities, and services.
Our Pro-Gaza Position
Arcigay Salerno has decided to take a clear pro-Gaza stance. This allows us to strengthen our presence in the area and build alliances with like-minded associations and social groups, creating an increasingly inclusive and participatory environment, without ever losing sight of the urgent need for equal rights for all.
What now?
Arcigay Salerno, led by President Avagliano, is preparing a new headquarters for meetings and services, along with a calendar of initiatives for the fall and winter: training, culture, health, and local communities. A promise made at the congress is already being implemented and implemented.
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