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Anna Paola Concia
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| Member of the Chamber of Deputies | |
| In office 14 April 2008 – 14 March 2013 |
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| Born | 4 July 1963 Avezzano, Italy |
| Political party | PD (2007–present) |
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| Spouse |
Ricarda Trautmann
(m. 2011) |
| Alma mater | University of L'Aquila |
| Profession | Sport manager |
Anna Paola Concia (born 4 July 1963) is an Italian politician. She is also an activist for LGBT rights. This means she works to make sure all people have equal rights, no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity.
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Paola Concia's Early Life and Education
Paola Concia was born in Avezzano, a town in Italy. She loved sports and studied sports science at a special school in L'Aquila. After she finished her studies, she became a physical education teacher. She also taught people how to play tennis.
How Paola Concia Started in Politics
While she was still studying, Paola Concia became interested in politics. She joined a political group called the Italian Communist Party. This was her first step into the world of government and public service.
Paola Concia's Career in Government
In 1992, Paola Concia moved to Rome, the capital city of Italy. She started working as an assistant for members of parliament. This job helped her learn a lot about how the government works.
Working as an Adviser
Later, she became an adviser to important government ministers. She advised Anna Finocchiaro, who was in charge of equal opportunities. This means she helped make sure everyone had fair chances. Paola Concia also advised Giovanna Melandri, who was the Minister of Cultural Heritage. This role involved protecting Italy's history and art.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
After a break from politics to focus on tennis, Paola Concia returned to public life. She became a spokesperson for the Democratic Party on issues related to homosexuality. She worked hard to promote equal rights for all people. In 2008, she was elected to the Chamber of Deputies. This is like being a member of parliament in Italy. She served there until 2013.
Paola Concia's Personal Life
In August 2011, Paola Concia married her wife, Ricarda Trautmann. Their wedding took place in Frankfurt, a city in Germany.
