Being Gay and Lesbian in Italy: 'Stories and Tales of Ordinary Diversity'‘
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Vanda, Valeria, Marco, and Mariella: these are the names of the four spokespeople for the new campaign organized by Arcigay and DRAFTFCB. Through the power of words and the stories of ordinary people, it seeks to touch the hearts of those who, even today, fail to truly understand homosexuality. It may seem paradoxical, but I know for certain that prejudices still exist, and are deeply rooted in many, too many people. "Stories – Tales of Ordinary Diversity" explores what it's like to be gay or lesbian in a country like Italy, recounting the experiences of parents of gay children, and recounting the experiences of lesbian girls grappling with taboos and prejudices.
Dialogue is the winning weapon of this campaign, a campaign that aims to involve all those who view the LGBT world with suspicion, a world painted (even by the media, television first and foremost) with colors that often do not truly represent them.
This time, two mothers, a lesbian woman, and a gay professional, speak. Using simple words that reach straight to the heart, they emphasize a fundamental concept: that being homosexual doesn't mean being different.
Truly touching were the words of Roman mother Mariella, who spoke about her lesbian daughter: "For me, my daughter hasn't changed," she rightly stated. "I love her so much, especially now, because I know who she is. Being a lesbian, being gay, is a natural thing...being doesn't change.".
Visit www.diversamenteuguali.org to hear the testimonies of the four campaign protagonists, submit your stories, and share your experiences!