Salvatore Monaco
Biographic Data
| ID | 3935742 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Salvatore Monaco |
| GIVEN NAMES | Salvatore |
| FAMILY NAME | Monaco |
| SIGNATURE | MONACO S |
| AFFILIATIONS | Free University of Bozen-Bolzano |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-4218-6267 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 23 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 26 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 23 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2018 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 3 |
Health beyond norms: Queer access, resistance, and the reimagining of care
The paper examines the ways in which healthcare systems, despite formal commitments to universality and equality, reproduce structural inequalities that marginalize people who escape heteronormativity, whether through non-normative gender identities, sexual orientations, or embodied expressions. The analysis situates these dynamics within a global perspective, highlighting how access to affirming care varies across geographical, political, and cu…
Teoria queer e scienze sociali: Tra sfide e prospettive
Decolonizing tourism research: A critical ethnographic contribution from the global South
This article examines tourism development in Bolívar Parish, a historically marginalized rural territory in Esmeraldas Province, Ecuador, to investigate how tourism operates as a vehicle of capitalist penetration in the Global South. Drawing on a critical ethnographic approach, the study combines world-systems theory, the enclave tourism model, and the concept of coloniality of power to analyze how global capitalism reshapes local economies, land…
Same-Sex Couples in Italy: Social, Legal and Economic Determinants to Parenthood
The paper aims to investigate perceptions about challenges and opportunities of individuals in same-sex couples related to parenting in contemporary Italy. The country is a particularly relevant study context, as it is among the few states in Europe not to recognize same-sex marriage and adoption, it has a lengthy and complex route to legal recognition for the non-biological parent of children in same-sex couples and surrogacy is, as of 2025, a u…
Social entrepreneurship as a driver for social inclusion and sustainable tourism: The case of Herculaneum, Italy
Social enterprises are increasingly recognized for their potential to foster social inclusion and sustainable tourism by embedding economic activities within local communities. While existing literature often focuses on the measurable impacts of these initiatives, less attention has been paid to how social enterprises construct and narrate their own roles within complex territorial contexts. This study adopts an interpretive approach to study how…
Lavorare nel turismo. Sostenibilità tra conservazione e innovazione nel Parco del Vesuvio
This study explores the working dynamics within the tourism sector of the Vesuvius National Park, focusing on how local stakeholders balance environmental conservation with the promotion of the area. Through 18 semi-structured interviews conducted with professionals involved in various aspects of the sector, innovative strategies emerge that integrate sustainability with economic development. Conservation practices, the use of eco-friendly techno…
Travel behavior of Italian gay and lesbian tourists: Destination selection, safety considerations, and preferences
Non-binary narratives: Subjectivation and lived experiences in contemporary Italy
This paper explores the processes of individual and collective subjectivation experienced by non-binary individuals living in contemporary Italy. Using qualitative methods, the study, which was conducted between July and September 2021, involved a sample of twenty-six young adults aged between eighteen and thirty years. Starting from participants' narratives, the thematic analysis revealed the significance of both physical and virtual support env…
Typology of Transgender Identity Affirmation: A Netnographic Study in Italy
The affirmation of transgender identity, as posited by sociometer theory, is intricately linked not only to the success of the gender affirmation process but also to the broader social context in which individuals navigate. Existing studies have underscored the crucial role of primary relationships, such as family and peers, in shaping positive transgender identities, fostering self-perception, and enhancing overall well-being. However, limited a…
Motivations, Choices, and Constraints of Italian Transgender Travelers: A Study of Tourism Dynamics within the Rainbow
This study explores the motivations, choices, and constraints shaping tourism behavior among transgender individuals living in Italy. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research begins with quantitative data collection and analyses, followed by qualitative insights to uncover the multifaceted reasons that drive transgender individuals to engage in tourism. These motivations range from seeking personal authenticity to cultural exploration and…
Breaking the binary: Self-narratives of young people in Italy
This paper explores the self-narratives of young nonbinary individuals in Italy, shedding light on the challenges they face, thereby contributing to a nuanced understanding of these phenomena and their societal implications. In pursuit of this research goal, an exploratory study was conducted between July and September 2021, involving in-depth interviews with 26 young adults aged between 18 and 30 who identify as non-binary. The qualitative data …
Climate (of) change: The promise and perils of technology in achieving a just transition
Purpose The paper aims to contribute to the broader literature on just transition by examining the intersection of technology and justice, and identifying opportunities for bridging the gap between theory and practice. The work seeks to emphasize the importance of transformative change, which ensures that no individual, community or sector is left behind in the transition towards a sustainable future, both on a global and local scale. Design/meth…
Same-Sex Parenting in Contemporary Italy: Constructing Parenthood on Insecure Grounds
Italian same‐sex parenting in times of Covid ‐19: Constructing parenthood on insecure grounds
Millennials, Generation Z and the Future of Tourism
This book examines the lifestyles, expectations and plans of Millennials and Generation Z and how they are redefining tourism. It explores the present and future challenges faced by the tourism industry as a result of the generational turnover and the role a generational perspective can play in helping the industry recover from the COVID-19 crisis
Coming out in the workplace: A comparative study between Italy and England
Introduction The study aims to analyze the main characteristics and differences relating to the lived experiences of coming out in the workplace in two very different territorial contexts (Italy and England), looking at universities as a case study.Method 30 sexual and gender minority university teachers (15 from Italy and 15 from England), ranging from 29 to 56 years of age (M = 41.66; SD = 10.13), were recruited in 2019 to participate in a qual…
LGBT tourist decision-making and behaviours. A study of Millennial Italian tourists
Purpose Sociological researches about tourism of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people are growing in number. These studies are carried out mainly in Anglo-Saxon countries, although nowadays tour operators, travel agencies, cruise and airline companies have started to reserve more and more services and promotions to this group of travellers all around the world. To fill this gap, the paper presents the results of a research that in…
Tourism, Safety and Covid-19: Security, Digitization and Tourist Behaviour
This book offers empirical insights on key challenges faced by the travel and tourism industries in the post-COVID-19 era. The desire to make tourism safe is gaining ground, but what does this mean? This book explores the guarantees travelers want in the postpandemic era and how individual territories are predicting and responding to these needs. It explores the role of innovation and digital solutions, assures tourists different ways of using se…
Discovered, made visible, constructed, and left out: LGBT+ parenting in the Italian sociological debate
When, how, and which disciplines started to deal with which forms and aspects of LGBT+ parenthood is not a coincidence but is linked to occasions of discussion as well as to visibility, acceptance, and recognition in the wider social and political contexts. This particularly applies to sociological contributions which look at families and parenting involving relations to social institutions and their impact and shaping of forms, challenges, and m…
Being bisexual in contemporary Italy: Between stigma and desire of visibility
Purpose The Italian sociological scientific community has shown a limited interest in issues related to bisexuality. The purpose of this paper is to fill the knowledge gap on the subject, showing data of an empirical research conducted online on the Italian bisexual community. Design/methodology/approach The article is based on a mixed methods online survey on Italian bisexual people, which included 218 interviews. The questionnaire was made up o…
Sports beyond genders. Sociological analysis on the participation of trangender women in female sport competitions
Although sport historically represents an important vehicle for the dissemination of values and principles, it is often an arena of discrimination, most all based on gender (Balbo, 2001). The paper is aimed at analyzing the issue of the participation of transgender women in female sports in order to identify which are the main discrimination factors. To achieve this goal, the article analyzes the online conversations on the House Bill 2706 of Ari…
Heteronormativity in Italy: Psychometric Characteristics of the Italian Version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale
Introduction Heteronormativity describes a hierarchical societal system that encompasses heterosexuality and binary gender identity as normal and natural, defining boundaries of acceptable heterosexuality and gender identity. As no comprehensive measures of heteronormativity exist in Italy, this study evaluated the psychometric characteristics of an Italian version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale (HABS), a measure assessing ess…
Tourism and the new generations: Emerging trends and social implications in Italy
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to outline the profile of Italian tourists belonging to the new generations: Millennials or Generation Y (approximately people born in the 1980-1995 period) and post-Millennials or Generation Z (approximately people born in the 1996-2010 period). Design/methodology/approach After reviewing some of the more interesting research on Millennials and post-Millennials, the paper will present the results of an unpubl…
Discovered, made visible, constructed, and left out: LGBT+ parenting in the Italian sociological debate
When, how, and which disciplines started to deal with which forms and aspects of LGBT+ parenthood is not a coincidence but is linked to occasions of discussion as well as to visibility, acceptance, and recognition in the wider social and political contexts. This particularly applies to sociological contributions which look at families and parenting involving relations to social institutions and their impact and shaping of forms, challenges, and m…
Heteronormativity in Italy: Psychometric Characteristics of the Italian Version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale
Introduction Heteronormativity describes a hierarchical societal system that encompasses heterosexuality and binary gender identity as normal and natural, defining boundaries of acceptable heterosexuality and gender identity. As no comprehensive measures of heteronormativity exist in Italy, this study evaluated the psychometric characteristics of an Italian version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale (HABS), a measure assessing ess…
Breaking the binary: Self-narratives of young people in Italy
This paper explores the self-narratives of young nonbinary individuals in Italy, shedding light on the challenges they face, thereby contributing to a nuanced understanding of these phenomena and their societal implications. In pursuit of this research goal, an exploratory study was conducted between July and September 2021, involving in-depth interviews with 26 young adults aged between 18 and 30 who identify as non-binary. The qualitative data …
Being bisexual in contemporary Italy: Between stigma and desire of visibility
Purpose The Italian sociological scientific community has shown a limited interest in issues related to bisexuality. The purpose of this paper is to fill the knowledge gap on the subject, showing data of an empirical research conducted online on the Italian bisexual community. Design/methodology/approach The article is based on a mixed methods online survey on Italian bisexual people, which included 218 interviews. The questionnaire was made up o…
LGBT tourist decision-making and behaviours. A study of Millennial Italian tourists
Purpose Sociological researches about tourism of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people are growing in number. These studies are carried out mainly in Anglo-Saxon countries, although nowadays tour operators, travel agencies, cruise and airline companies have started to reserve more and more services and promotions to this group of travellers all around the world. To fill this gap, the paper presents the results of a research that in…
Climate (of) change: The promise and perils of technology in achieving a just transition
Purpose The paper aims to contribute to the broader literature on just transition by examining the intersection of technology and justice, and identifying opportunities for bridging the gap between theory and practice. The work seeks to emphasize the importance of transformative change, which ensures that no individual, community or sector is left behind in the transition towards a sustainable future, both on a global and local scale. Design/meth…
Tourism and the new generations: Emerging trends and social implications in Italy
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to outline the profile of Italian tourists belonging to the new generations: Millennials or Generation Y (approximately people born in the 1980-1995 period) and post-Millennials or Generation Z (approximately people born in the 1996-2010 period). Design/methodology/approach After reviewing some of the more interesting research on Millennials and post-Millennials, the paper will present the results of an unpubl…
Sports beyond genders. Sociological analysis on the participation of trangender women in female sport competitions
Although sport historically represents an important vehicle for the dissemination of values and principles, it is often an arena of discrimination, most all based on gender (Balbo, 2001). The paper is aimed at analyzing the issue of the participation of transgender women in female sports in order to identify which are the main discrimination factors. To achieve this goal, the article analyzes the online conversations on the House Bill 2706 of Ari…
Heteronormativity in Italy: Psychometric Characteristics of the Italian Version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale
Introduction Heteronormativity describes a hierarchical societal system that encompasses heterosexuality and binary gender identity as normal and natural, defining boundaries of acceptable heterosexuality and gender identity. As no comprehensive measures of heteronormativity exist in Italy, this study evaluated the psychometric characteristics of an Italian version of the Heteronormative Attitudes and Beliefs Scale (HABS), a measure assessing ess…
Tourism, Safety and Covid-19: Security, Digitization and Tourist Behaviour
This book offers empirical insights on key challenges faced by the travel and tourism industries in the post-COVID-19 era. The desire to make tourism safe is gaining ground, but what does this mean? This book explores the guarantees travelers want in the postpandemic era and how individual territories are predicting and responding to these needs. It explores the role of innovation and digital solutions, assures tourists different ways of using se…
Discovered, made visible, constructed, and left out: LGBT+ parenting in the Italian sociological debate
When, how, and which disciplines started to deal with which forms and aspects of LGBT+ parenthood is not a coincidence but is linked to occasions of discussion as well as to visibility, acceptance, and recognition in the wider social and political contexts. This particularly applies to sociological contributions which look at families and parenting involving relations to social institutions and their impact and shaping of forms, challenges, and m…
Being bisexual in contemporary Italy: Between stigma and desire of visibility
Purpose The Italian sociological scientific community has shown a limited interest in issues related to bisexuality. The purpose of this paper is to fill the knowledge gap on the subject, showing data of an empirical research conducted online on the Italian bisexual community. Design/methodology/approach The article is based on a mixed methods online survey on Italian bisexual people, which included 218 interviews. The questionnaire was made up o…
Same-Sex Parenting in Contemporary Italy: Constructing Parenthood on Insecure Grounds
Italian same‐sex parenting in times of Covid ‐19: Constructing parenthood on insecure grounds
Millennials, Generation Z and the Future of Tourism
This book examines the lifestyles, expectations and plans of Millennials and Generation Z and how they are redefining tourism. It explores the present and future challenges faced by the tourism industry as a result of the generational turnover and the role a generational perspective can play in helping the industry recover from the COVID-19 crisis
Coming out in the workplace: A comparative study between Italy and England
Introduction The study aims to analyze the main characteristics and differences relating to the lived experiences of coming out in the workplace in two very different territorial contexts (Italy and England), looking at universities as a case study.Method 30 sexual and gender minority university teachers (15 from Italy and 15 from England), ranging from 29 to 56 years of age (M = 41.66; SD = 10.13), were recruited in 2019 to participate in a qual…
LGBT tourist decision-making and behaviours. A study of Millennial Italian tourists
Purpose Sociological researches about tourism of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people are growing in number. These studies are carried out mainly in Anglo-Saxon countries, although nowadays tour operators, travel agencies, cruise and airline companies have started to reserve more and more services and promotions to this group of travellers all around the world. To fill this gap, the paper presents the results of a research that in…
Climate (of) change: The promise and perils of technology in achieving a just transition
Purpose The paper aims to contribute to the broader literature on just transition by examining the intersection of technology and justice, and identifying opportunities for bridging the gap between theory and practice. The work seeks to emphasize the importance of transformative change, which ensures that no individual, community or sector is left behind in the transition towards a sustainable future, both on a global and local scale. Design/meth…
Motivations, Choices, and Constraints of Italian Transgender Travelers: A Study of Tourism Dynamics within the Rainbow
This study explores the motivations, choices, and constraints shaping tourism behavior among transgender individuals living in Italy. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research begins with quantitative data collection and analyses, followed by qualitative insights to uncover the multifaceted reasons that drive transgender individuals to engage in tourism. These motivations range from seeking personal authenticity to cultural exploration and…
Breaking the binary: Self-narratives of young people in Italy
This paper explores the self-narratives of young nonbinary individuals in Italy, shedding light on the challenges they face, thereby contributing to a nuanced understanding of these phenomena and their societal implications. In pursuit of this research goal, an exploratory study was conducted between July and September 2021, involving in-depth interviews with 26 young adults aged between 18 and 30 who identify as non-binary. The qualitative data …
Lavorare nel turismo. Sostenibilità tra conservazione e innovazione nel Parco del Vesuvio
This study explores the working dynamics within the tourism sector of the Vesuvius National Park, focusing on how local stakeholders balance environmental conservation with the promotion of the area. Through 18 semi-structured interviews conducted with professionals involved in various aspects of the sector, innovative strategies emerge that integrate sustainability with economic development. Conservation practices, the use of eco-friendly techno…
Travel behavior of Italian gay and lesbian tourists: Destination selection, safety considerations, and preferences
Non-binary narratives: Subjectivation and lived experiences in contemporary Italy
This paper explores the processes of individual and collective subjectivation experienced by non-binary individuals living in contemporary Italy. Using qualitative methods, the study, which was conducted between July and September 2021, involved a sample of twenty-six young adults aged between eighteen and thirty years. Starting from participants' narratives, the thematic analysis revealed the significance of both physical and virtual support env…
Typology of Transgender Identity Affirmation: A Netnographic Study in Italy
The affirmation of transgender identity, as posited by sociometer theory, is intricately linked not only to the success of the gender affirmation process but also to the broader social context in which individuals navigate. Existing studies have underscored the crucial role of primary relationships, such as family and peers, in shaping positive transgender identities, fostering self-perception, and enhancing overall well-being. However, limited a…
Health beyond norms: Queer access, resistance, and the reimagining of care
The paper examines the ways in which healthcare systems, despite formal commitments to universality and equality, reproduce structural inequalities that marginalize people who escape heteronormativity, whether through non-normative gender identities, sexual orientations, or embodied expressions. The analysis situates these dynamics within a global perspective, highlighting how access to affirming care varies across geographical, political, and cu…
Teoria queer e scienze sociali: Tra sfide e prospettive
Decolonizing tourism research: A critical ethnographic contribution from the global South
This article examines tourism development in Bolívar Parish, a historically marginalized rural territory in Esmeraldas Province, Ecuador, to investigate how tourism operates as a vehicle of capitalist penetration in the Global South. Drawing on a critical ethnographic approach, the study combines world-systems theory, the enclave tourism model, and the concept of coloniality of power to analyze how global capitalism reshapes local economies, land…
Same-Sex Couples in Italy: Social, Legal and Economic Determinants to Parenthood
The paper aims to investigate perceptions about challenges and opportunities of individuals in same-sex couples related to parenting in contemporary Italy. The country is a particularly relevant study context, as it is among the few states in Europe not to recognize same-sex marriage and adoption, it has a lengthy and complex route to legal recognition for the non-biological parent of children in same-sex couples and surrogacy is, as of 2025, a u…
Social entrepreneurship as a driver for social inclusion and sustainable tourism: The case of Herculaneum, Italy
Social enterprises are increasingly recognized for their potential to foster social inclusion and sustainable tourism by embedding economic activities within local communities. While existing literature often focuses on the measurable impacts of these initiatives, less attention has been paid to how social enterprises construct and narrate their own roles within complex territorial contexts. This study adopts an interpretive approach to study how…
Sociology (16 works) · Gender Studies (11 works) · Psychology (11 works) · Diverse Aspects of Tourism Research (9 works) · Tourism (8 works) · Gender Studies (7 works) · Geography (7 works) · LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy (7 works) · Political science (7 works) · Social science (7 works)