Circle of Homosexual Culture Mario Mieli

[1][2][3][4] It is an independent association based on volunteering: it deals with the claim and protection of the civil rights of LGBTQ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) and promotes cultural activities and socialization.

In this regard, it is actively fighting against homophobic and transphobic prejudice in the field of civil rights and a culture of differences, including lobbying on mass media, parties and institutions, in order to change the discriminatory attitude towards both sexual orientation and gender identity.

For a long time it has been also a solid point of reference for knowledge and socialization among LGBTQ people, as it offered a "welcome" service that took place once a week at the club headquarters.

[1] Throughout the week, cultural events, book presentations, political debates, member meetings, and rehearsals for the Roma Rainbow Choir[5] take place at the venue.

It is funded by UNAR and carried out in collaboration with the associations Cirses, Libellula, Rete Lenford, Cora Roma, and Avi - Agenzia per la vita indipendente.

The Circolo Mario Mieli was also the official organizer of Europride in Rome in 2011, remembered worldwide for its massive turnout and the participation of Lady Gaga.

The Circolo is a member of EPOA and InterPride and was the organizer of Roma Europride 2011, held in collaboration with Arcigay, Famiglie Arcobaleno, MIT, and Agedo from June 1 to 12, 2011.