From Verona, with love: “anti-gender” mobilizations and transfeminist (re)actions

Transfeminist activism in Verona demonstrates resilience against 'anti-gender' movements, highlighting the effectiveness of organized counteractions. The study examines Italian 'anti-gender' campaigns (2013–2017), particularly those led by Catholic and right-wing groups, and their legislative impacts, such as the Pillon decree and anti-abortion motions in Verona's City Council. It also analyzes the 13th World Congress of Families held in Verona. Transfeminist responses, including the 'Verona transfeminist city' demonstration and the formation of GIFTS (Italian network of gender studies), underscore the strength of collective resistance. The research combines qualitative analysis of mobilizations with case studies to illustrate the dynamic interplay between conservative backlash and progressive advocacy.

Cossutta, C., & Habed, A. J. (2021). From Verona, with love: “anti-gender” mobilizations and transfeminist (re)actions. Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. https://doi.org/10.25595/2100