Italy Diversity Resources
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Your unique identity goes where you go - including Italy! Browse a collection of IES Abroad and other website's resources specific to diversity in Italy on topics such as dietary concerns; race, ethnicity, and national identity; gender and sexuality; religion and spirituality; disability and mental health; and more!
Looking for more information on a particular topic? Contact our Diversity Relations Department, and we'll be happy to share additional resources that may not be available online.
Once you are in Italy, your Student Affairs Coordinator will be available to provide additional resources, support, and connections to the local community.
Dietary Concerns
Milan
- Special Diets, Food Allergies & Italy Travel: What You Need to Know
- Vegan & Vegetarian City Guide
- Gluten Free Milan
- Gluten-Free Restaurants
Rome
- Romeing: Vegan & Vegetarian Guide
- Roman Foodie: Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants
- How to Eat Vegan in Rome
- Vegan Abroad: Rome
- The Coeliac Plate: Gluten-Free in Rome
- Eating Gluten-Free in Rome
Siena
Race, Ethnicity & National Identity
- Afro Italian Souls
- Nappytalia
- Natural Afro Hair in Italy
- On Being an Asian Living in Italy
- Thai Expat in Italy
- From Thailand to Italy
Milan
Rome
Gender & Sexuality
Milan
- Gay Milan
- LGBT Friendly Milan: A Guide
- Milan Gay Travel Guide
- LGBT Bars & Restaurants
- Gay-Friendly Milan
Rome
Siena
Religion & Spirituality
Milan
- Churches, Religion, & Spirituality in Milan
- Anglican Church
- Milan Bible Church
- Methodist Church in Milan
- Diamond Way Buddhism
Rome
Siena
Disability Resources & Mental Health Support
IES Abroad will attempt to provide accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you have a disability, you should inform the Chicago Dean of Students Office of the disability prior to departure at 800.995.2300. A representative from the Dean of Students Office will assist in making reasonable accommodations at the IES Abroad Center.
