Arcigay Udine: No to discrimination against homophobic debates

«"We truly believe that the mix-up that prevented the debate with the guests invited by the students at the Stellini Classical High School in Udine was purely bureaucratic; otherwise, it would be extremely serious." This is what Giacomo Deperu, vice president of the Arcigay Nuovi Passi Provincial Committee of Udine and Pordenone, said. The facts.
A meeting dedicated to the topic of homosexuality was supposed to be held at Stellini. The scheduled date was February 24th. But on the 22nd, it was called off. Pressure from some parents, it was said, opposed the initiative. The meeting was also scheduled to feature external speakers, including City Councilor Enrico Pizza. The principal explained that external guests had not been included in the initial request and that approval from the school board was needed. Hence, in short, the bitter statement from Arcigay Udine.
«"As Arcigay and Arcilesbica Udine," Deperu explains, "we are frequently present in schools throughout the region, in classrooms and at assemblies. The interest and commitment shown by younger generations in social issues must always be rewarded." […]