Police protection for queer performances: a sign against hate in Klagenfurt

Police protection for queer performances: a sign against hate in Klagenfurt

In Klagenfurt, the play "Queerinthia" is currently being performed, which plays in a fictional, queer village in the Karawanken and addresses the realities of the queer community. In particular, it addresses the victims of hostile policies and social discrimination. At the premiere last Thursday, Dragqueen Klara Mydia reported on hate slogans and threats that were directed against the ensemble and the direction. This was the first case under the directorate of city theater director Aron Stiehl, in which a piece of police protection needs to ensure the security of the audience and the actors. The police have already received several advertisements about the hate messages, which indicates a tense social situation.

The presence of the police officers during the performances should give the ensemble and the spectators a feeling of security. This is a clear sign of the challenges with which the queer community is confronted in the region.

social challenges for the queer community

The experiences of discrimination are not only limited to Klagenfurt, but are a widespread problem. According to a survey, almost half of the LGBTI people in Germany do not live their sexual orientation openly, which even increases to 53% throughout the EU. In public, 45% of respondents in Germany prefer not to hold the hand of a same -sex partner. This shows how strong prejudices and social intolerance are common in many parts of Europe, which in turn leads to increased isolation and a lack of supportive structures for queer people.

In rural areas, where queer perspectives are often not seriously integrated into political programs, the situation remains particularly tense. Many queer people, especially trans* and inter*, are completely aware of discrimination, while society often has a different perception. Stereotypes and prejudices about queer are very common and reinforce the enemy social climate.

roles of the local communities

The need for networking and sensitization in society is clear, especially in structurally weak regions. Local groups are committed to discrimination, but often have no support among the population. Cultural events such as the play in Klagenfurt are essential for exchange and political understanding. For example, a planned Democratic promotion law failed to create structures that support queer people and offer space for their voice.

Overall, it is necessary to promote long -term discussion of discrimination and the creation of supportive rooms. The events related to "queerinthia" are a warning that despite all progress there is still a lot of work ahead of us to improve the life realities of queer people and give them a voice. A better social climate could not only increase the quality of life of the data subjects, but also promote social cohesion.

It remains to be hoped that the dialogue will continue in cultural events such as these in the future and that society, as a whole, pays more attention to the concerns of queer people.