Homosexuelle Initiative HOSI Wien

The main mission of HOSI Wien is to defend and promote the rights and interests of LGBTIQ individuals in Austria. The organization advocates for social acceptance and equality and works closely with other queer organizations and movements. Values such as inclusion, diversity, and self-determination are central to the work of HOSI Wien[2][3].

• International Cooperation: HOSI Wien is a member of international organizations such as the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer & Intersex (LGBTQI) Youth and Student Organisation (IGLYO) and has obtained consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC)[2].
• Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights: The organization is committed to implementing EU directives against discrimination and advocates for comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation. It was also involved in the founding of the association for the enforcement of the rights of discrimination victims[1][2].
• Culture and Education: HOSI Wien promotes cultural and educational projects, such as the annual Lesbian and Gay Film Festival, theater productions, and educational projects like FLAGincluded[2].

• Foundation and Overcoming Legal Hurdles: Founded in 1979, HOSI Wien initially had to contend with the then "association ban" under § 221 StGB, which was only lifted in 1997[1][4].
• EuroPride 2019: HOSI Wien hosted the EuroPride Parade and the associated cultural festival, leading to historic participation numbers[2].

HOSI Wien remains a central player in the queer movement in Austria, known for its dedicated and diverse commitment to the rights and well-being of LGBTIQ individuals.

• 1 - https://www.homopoliticus.at/engagement/politisches-lobbying/hosi-wien/die-anfaenge/
• 2 - https://www.hosiwien.at/ueber-uns/ziele/
• 3 - https://www.hosiwien.at/ueber-uns/
• 4 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/HOSI
• 5 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HOSI_Wien