white and black 3-storey building

Studying abroad through Loyola University Chicago’s School of Social Work, I recently visited Florence, where expressions of unique perspective beckon. My professor and I had the pleasure of climbing the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s glorious contribution to the church of Santa Maria del Fiore. From the top of the cupola, 463 steps later, we enjoyed a striking view. In the Piazza del Duomo, just outside of the church, this banner calls for peace. A mom to children who identify with the LGBTQ community, I appreciate the promotion of an all-inclusive lens within this historic city.