Vienna's LGBTQI* Student Counseling Centers: Assistance for Students Identifying within the Queer Community
In the vibrant city of Vienna, a hub of culture and diversity, a variety of resources and support organizations cater to the needs of the LGBTQI+ community.
The Office for Queer Affairs (OeH Uni Wien) at the University of Vienna is committed to combating sexism and any form of phobia directed against diverse identities and sexualities. If you need assistance or have questions related to queer topics, you can reach out to them via email at [email protected].
For students at the Medical University Campus AKH Vienna, the Rainbow Group offers a supportive network. This group is designed for LGBTQI+ community members and allies, and can be contacted via email at [email protected].
The OeH Uni Wien Fund offers valuable support for students, providing up to €750 for bachelor's projects and up to €1,500 for master's or diploma projects (as of July 2020). This fund covers research costs or provides scholarships for early career researchers focusing on feminist, queer, or anti-racist themes. Remember to note the application deadline when planning your project.
Vienna's LGBTQI+ community is not limited to university campuses. Organisations such as HOSI Wien, Afro Rainbow Austria, and Neunerhaus Café provide essential services and support.
HOSI Wien, founded in 1979, is Austria’s oldest and largest gay, lesbian, and bisexual association. It offers community and advocacy services in Vienna. Afro Rainbow Austria, a local group, focuses on LGBT migrants from Africa, offering a safe space and support specifically for this community. Neunerhaus Café, while primarily a homeless assistance organization, serves marginalized groups including LGBTQI+ individuals by providing low-threshold access to meals, multilingual social workers, and a supportive environment.
Vienna's annual Vienna Gay Pride and the Regenbogenparade (Rainbow Parade) are events that indicate an active and visible LGBTQI+ community in the city. These events, along with the supportive infrastructure provided by organisations like those mentioned above, reflect Vienna’s well-established support network for LGBTQI+ people, encompassing social, cultural, and advocacy dimensions.
When considering moving to Vienna, it's important to note that the people in one's surroundings matter in feeling at home in a city, in addition to the apartment itself. STUWO Wien offers well-equipped apartments in various locations, providing a comfortable base for your new life in Vienna.
References: [1] Vienna Tourist Board [2] OeH Uni Wien [3] Afro Rainbow Austria [4] HOSI Wien [5] Neunerhaus Café
- In the realm of health and wellness, organizations like HOSI Wien in Vienna offer community services and advocacy resources for the LGBTQI+ community.
- For those interested in mental health, particularly among the LGBTQI+ community, Afro Rainbow Austria provides a safe space and support specifically for African migrants.
- In terms of lifestyle, stakeholders seeking fashion, beauty, or entertainment-related advice could engage with Vienna's active LGBTQI+ community on various social media platforms.
- The vibrant city of Vienna hosts numerous events promoting mental health, well-being, and self-expression, such as the Vienna Gay Pride and the Regenbogenparade (Rainbow Parade), catering to diverse lifestyles and identities under the umbrella of LGBTQI+.
