Life as a Black Girl in Italy | Dating, Work, Racism & Making Friends

[@shayrichie5421]

Racism is everywhere but we cannot let it stop us from living life. Travel abroad and learn new things and enjoy yourself. Life is so short, there's no time to worry about other people's insecurities. Loved the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheBellina100]

Well said!

[@shayrichie5421]

@@erospalombini7103 Read my comment again, I never said anything about what ANYONE had to do. I didn't make the video so you're talking to the Wrong person. And FYI, the young lady who made the video didn't say anyone was obligated to date her or Black women in general so get your facts straight. Have a good day.

[@TheAnisis]

Just wanna say my darling don’t stay in north of Italy they heavily racist to black people and they own meaning. Head to south of Italy from Naples always down even Sicily Sardinia! Love afica as they know they come from afica in there history which north took out! Just heads up! My father is from Naples and mother from Mauritius and our black family live there and happy especially Eboli

[@happypeople367]

Thanks for your comment, I was getting discourage on moving there bec of all the videos stating it was racist. I definitely want to experience the culture.

[@CarolShook-yg9nn]

I went to Italy over 20 years ago. I would say my experience overall was good but I did meet a few ignorant people who were racist nothing new if you are a person of color. I agree with you I don't let people like that stop me from living and enjoying my life .

[@vcp365]

Sis you are RIDICULOUSLY pretty!!!

[@cps525i7]

I am African American and married to an Italian and have traveled to Italy frequently for years and I feel like their tolerance for people from different cultures have actually decreased over the years. I never use to feel out of place going their, but I've noticed from somewhere after 2010 that the intolerance has grown. I think it's after the economic melt down of 2008, people had to find others to blame. I feel the same about the US also. I feel in America we blame immigrants for everything.

[@cps525i7]

@Terrance Coleman Go live your life, because I'm living mine. It's not something I cry about, because I refuse to let certain things bother me. Living my best life is the best revenge!

[@cps525i7]

@carmine paola They had mass immigration when I was going back then also. They were using them as housekeepers, nannies and in their factories cheap labor. We were visiting factories and in peoples home and I saw it first hand.

[@cps525i7]

@Terrance Coleman Whatever dude!

[@Yummibear7]

@Terrance Coleman 👀are u good g. You need to take your pills bro.

[@katerinapetrova245]

Really??? There goes my dreams of living in Italy..

[@nickiebee9387]

You are super pretty!!!!

[@JanaySymone]

I was thinking the same thing. Brown girl magic

[@ennvee1989]

@@JanaySymone brown? She is black not indian.

[@alyssag8099]

Enn Vee I think they meant her skin tone not her race.

[@ennvee1989]

@@alyssag8099 ok I was confused because the title says "black girl" not sure where brown comes from, i only hear indian people refer to themselves as brown

[@ilovelife3328]

@@ennvee1989 We're (Afro-descended Americans) still BROWN people though, not black. We don't have black skin. Our skin is brown so @beautifully Nay Nay was 100% correct to address her that way!

[@gazlives]

to be honest racism is always lessoned when you have beauty. if you were unattractive you would have a very different experience regarding racism and the amount you would suffer. this is just a simple human fact wherever you go.

[@ZosiaSamosiaOo]

Absolutely. She would also experience a lot more racism were she male. Speaking from a white country perspective.

[@gingerandspice1209]

Yes people are full of vanity and it’s sad!

[@j.l.cooper70]

Very, very true! She's cute, so people will love her. The end.

[@ashleybanksss]

Facts

[@berkeleybenje]

I’m going to go on a limb and say that the reason that most of the Italians are staring at you is because you are gorgeous.

[@luciansunset1]

I concur

[@y.e.9907]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini I am from Holland and I have been in Rome once together with my class and really liked it! I am black so I am a bit hesitant to go back, because this time I would be alone and now I am also scared I won't make any friends

[@federicopezzana4688]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini it depends, in my city there are a lot of black people.

[@stephanwerlen3017]

Yes you are beautiful

[@katerinapetrova245]

@@y.e.9907 have you gone back? Have you faced racism?

[@samsungtv7924]

I am black Canadian and my husband is white. We went to Italy a few years ago on vacation. Loved it and we had a great time. I had one weird experience though when I was there. My husband and I were on a subway in Rome going to visit the Vatican, while sitting on the subway minding my own business there was a woman who was begging for money with a cup, when she came to me she called me "chocolato metropolitano". I was sort of offended at the time and there was a guy on the subway who told me that the woman did not mean any offence and she was referring to me as a "sophisticated black lady". I was like why is the woman calling me chocolate. Lol...

[@katoloveable]

You're chocolate to her. So what. The gentleman that explained seemed a gracious and sophisticated one. As a compliment. Hope youre over it...

[@TA-vr5fp]

katoloveable Ok vanilla face.

[@Officialgaella]

What’s your husband ethnicity???

[@samsungtv7924]

@@Officialgaella He’s Portuguese

[@VBoo459]

Europeans are direct and there is no offende there. She was complimenting you lol (I’m black and also speak Italian and married into an Italian family) so I understand why you’d be like “WTF” but truly, they LOVVEEEE using our skin colour during compliments. I won’t even say what men have said to me 😂😂😂

[@ludonco]

I’m an Italian living in the US. This video is EXTREMELY accurate!!! I’m truly impressed.

[@evamariesolanges4848]

Wow, thank you so much! I'm glad you think so!

[@dewizard5761]

It shows to say some people appreciate the videos and as it just highlighted her current experience

[@AjaniReign]

How is this girl so pretty I really cannot deal

[@FaithDow]

If you're going to be a teacher, get a job at an international school where diplomats send their kids. It's not going to be the low-level ESL stuff. There's a big travel influencer who started her career abroad as a teacher in Hong Kong. She took trips around her academic schedule and became well-known. Also, you should connect with Fleece Weaver from Black Girl Travel.

[@AlliDell]

As a person who has lived in Italy for 5 years and hoping to move this year.. your observation is quite on point. There are many A.Americans here, mostly in the north( more opportunity) . Your hair is a factor : they don't know many Africans with curly hair so naturally a black woman is from the Caribbean or France. Most immigrants are not given their rightful citizenship because of nationalism . Many Italians have bi-racial babies and leave at some point - their kids are always told their not Italian. - Italians are friendly-- MOSTLY the men- women are a bit skeptic because you are competition and they never grew up with you. Different is a problem here- homogenous is comforting for them. I really enjoyed your observations . I don't go expats anymore - hope to see you around . Ciao

[@GlobalMindsetRealism]

I see your sincerity about Italy’s immigration issue. When I studied abroad in Spain (I’m a Black American), I noticed how Africans were treated and it made me sad as well. I could see the differences in treatment and for some reason they always stared at me like they knew I was American. I traveled to Milan for a few vacations and received nice treatment. I also can acknowledge that pretty privilege does exist. Every place I’ve been, I was always offered free meals, gifts or doors being open for me. None do my white American colleagues experienced these sort or treatment.

[@ForeverBlue75]

so the issue is classism mixed with xenophobia. they prefer any immigrant who comes from a wealthy country than those that come from a less wealthier nation.

[@joemoschetta1541]

go to italy ,the best

[@y.e.9907]

@@joemoschetta1541 are u Italian? I have only been in Rome once as a school trip and would like to know how it is to be there for a longer time period

[@federicopezzana4688]

The most discriminated people ( in general not only in Italy) are the poorest.

[@augustofaceti2139]

You almost nailed it, most of my people( I am italian) are worried of the consequences on our culture and society that an invasion like this can cause in the medium period. It is not racism, if you are black and you come from the US, the UK, France, or a country we consider as civilized as ours, totally fine! If you are white and come from a poorer country or a country which culture we consider lesser, not fine! It is a discrimination based on culture and wealth, not race. It is a coincidence that these people that are coming now from underdeveloped countries are also black, we don't care about that, we care about the risk of cultural impoverishment and crime. After all, we have been the centre of the western world for two millennia and seeing this thing happening is a punch in the stomach. I hope I don't get banned by youtube for being honest, but we have to risk being honest if we want others to understand. All the best

[@y.e.9907]

@@augustofaceti2139 at least you cleared it up, but I can't help but think that I don't really see other European countries having the same mentality as you just described

[@nikimyrie7981]

Have you considered a career in entertainment, modeling, or acting? You have great facial bone structure. Just continue being yourself even when you're abroad and don't focus too much on the negativity because some people are just weird period.

[@AlreadyButtercup]

its 2020 so its crazy how people still are surprised to see a black person

[@tranquility9325]

Exactly, like they just descended upon the planet.

[@tranquility9325]

@M.C.Honey Rose girl, right! Brown ppl not only descended recently apparently, but they didn't get a white person to sign the permission slip lol.

[@tranquility9325]

@M.C.Honey Rose lolololol!

[@alyssag8099]

I think it’s just because they aren’t as prevalent and don’t interact with them as much.

[@louiseleite3866]

I'm a white Brazilian and when I went to Germany I felt like an alien, people just started at me.....so bizarre.

[@amaacheampong]

You said it all girl. I am a Ghanaian who lived in Italy for a while and I went through a lot of frustrations. I came back to Ghana and never regretted. ❤️❤️❤️

[@ddfigueroa5618]

Your experience is EXACTLY like mine when I lived in Italy for 3 years. Your descriptions were spot on and I found myself mouthing the same experiences as you said them in your video. 😂 I never experienced racism in Italy either, but I always tell folks that there’s definitely ethnocentric stereotypes in Italy. I, too, noticed the racism towards Africans and Asians … it was palpable. Generally, Italians found me exotic and always thought I was French, Greek or Eritrean because of my complexion and hair texture. The food was amazing and the pace of living was very relaxed (and sometime irritating😅). Overall, I’d definitely recommend ppl to visit Italy.

[@ChiChi-sk3vs]

May I ask what your hair texture is? Just curious

[@diduknowfacts101]

Girl you’re incredible beautiful. I mean your beauty is beyond normal. I rarely see anyone look as beautiful as you, it’s crazy.

[@alekhat]

You’re so lovely! Thank you for making this video. Most expats that do videos on this subject are white (nothing wrong with that, it just doesn’t speak to everyone’s experience), so this perspective is so valuable to me when deciding where to live! I like the fact that you said that racism is everywhere and not to let that deter you from experiencing the world, because I’ve definitely been afraid. I travelled through Western Europe for a month and although I loved my trip, I did have numerous experiences with racism. One time a British dude asked my boyfriend if he could buy me for the night...not that it matters, but I was properly dressed and in an upscale bar lol. I’m Canadian but I feel the message hits the same! Thank you for your voice, subscribed.

[@FreedomWriter3]

Girl, they stare because you're gorgeous.

[@arrellehnisrael8229]

I agree, don't let racism stop you from traveling. I live in America so I've experienced racism at its core... everywhere else is light racism in comparison from my experience. Also, its good to learn a second or even 3rd language. Or pick up on a little of everything. Its really endearing for people to hear their language come from your mouth. They appreciate the effort.

[@soniarichardson2470]

I was in a holiday resort in Bulgaria and I got into a chat with an English woman who had lived in South Africa. She asked me where I was from, when I said Mozambique. She told me that when she saw me, she mentioned to her husband that I was African and not an Afro Caribbean or Afro American. She could tell because of my mannerisms.

[@lichi1244eva]

First of all, you are STUNNING! Secondly, your video was very informative and highlights why it is so important for us to travel abroad. It gives a wider perspective on so many things. I did my study abroad in the UK but wish I has done Spain or Italy instead.

[@mrsmarciad]

You were me back in 1981. You remind me of me back then. I lived in Italy in the early 1980's. Every word you said is VERY true. I experienced everything you said. I am British Caribbean and back then Italian people made me feel very welcome, and Italian Men made me feel especially welcome. LOL . Good luck with your life in Europe. Love and light. xx

[@ncboy64]

I've been to Italy several times and being an African American male I've had my issues but none to deter me from visiting more. Before knowing a lick of Italian I was yelled at thinking I was stealing my own camera! Someone told my partner he thought I was dressing "white" because of my clothes! WTF! Luckily I do have Italian friends from high school who have moved back helps. I do love it as much as you which is why I go back so much seeing....Rome, Firenze, Modena, Venice, Bologna, Trieste, Perugia, Napoli, Pisa (don't do it), Torino, and Milano. It helps me learn the language so so much!

[@Just_Jelle]

Your explanation of immigrants living in Italy makes so much sense. I visited Positano a couple years ago. I live in America, but was born in Jamaica and although I became a naturalized citizen through my mother when I was younger, I did not have the documentation to prove that at the time, so I had to apply for a visa to visit Italy. They asked for so much personal information (proof of employment, x amount of money in my account -with bank statements , etc). I thought it was so invasive, but I came to understand that they just wanted to make sure I wasn’t coming there to bum it out.

[@krisw.5025]

Why is it that she is giving her experience but we can’t get pass how stunning she is! I appreciate her point of view. I enjoy other peoples take on different countries.

[@Minister1Little]

People stare at you because your a beautiful young lady it appears though your very young. Word of advice: whatever your looking for in a young man, keep the highest of standards and never under any circumstances lower them. Live your best life

[@gracepdp]

I think there are two Italies: the big cities (Rome, Milan, Naples...) where everything is difficult, where people are disconnected, where friends are suspicious, where immigrants are relegated; and a rural Italy, with all the small villages, where you are welcomed as a part of a big family, where you can be invited in someone's home for a 6 hours lunch, where your children play with local children in the court under the supervision of the ancient of the village.

[@bert422]

As an Italian, you are right on spot about everything! Especially the part of keeping the same friends cyrcle for all your life. I would love to make new friends and people maybe with different backgrounds or experiences but it is really not that easy (even for an Italian like me). When I lived in Germany it was much easier (even though I don't speak german😂) Also, I wanted to add that unfortunately in small villages (as where I live) racism and conservative minds can be find more easily than big cities like Rome. Especially in the last years mentality is getting more close minded..

[@vkwalking]

it was easy for you to find friends in Germany?? were they Germans?

[@bert422]

@@vkwalking Yes, not only Germans but yes. Moreover, I worked in a very multicultural environment so I made friends from all over the world. However, outside work it was mainly German friends.

[@vkwalking]

@@bert422 omg.. congrats on that.. I have been living here for a year and have no friends here.. and I am quite open minded..I lived in Brasil for 6 years and made a lot of friends.. of course I do speak Portuguese and it makes everything easier but even when I didn't speak their language they were more open than Germans.. I believe I would find friends in Italy as well..

[@vkwalking]

@Gwyn S that's cool😂. I'm Serbian

[@sowo7136]

The sad thing is the moment I saw her face you could tell she's beautiful within, her eyes are bright and caring. I hope she gets the love care she deserves within the community. I think the dating market in general as a worldview is quite a mess. I heard as well that Italians are traditional (which I respect), but in terms of being black, it's hard to find something long term.

[@michelleprice269]

I lived in Milan for a year from March 2013 to March 2014. I totally agree with every thing you just said. You are having my exact same experiences and my same conflicted feelings about Italy. What you said about making friends has caused me to appreciate my Italian friends. I am emailing them now to tell them how much I appreciate them “taking me in” and helping to smooth my transition. Thank you for that. Ciao! Michelle

[@jeremyburns2380]

I've been to Rome and almost moved there myself. I agree with most of your comments, Evamarie. I grew up in London and I struggled with the concept of moving there permanently. I still love a lot about Italy and made some good friends, but it's true that it's not easy. I instead moved to Johannesburg and even here living with Black people there are challenges and difference that one might not expect. Rome is a beautiful experience but everyone's exp will be different. Good video, thanks for the input!

[@expatsierra]

Great video! I'm an African American woman that is currently living in Santorini, Greece and I agree 100% with what you mentioned here. I also used to live in the New York area. There are many days that I wake up appreciative for the beautiful weather, ethereal landscapes, delicious food, and cheap rent. But girl, there are some days when I'm ready to tear my hair out at the inefficiencies, little accountabilities, and slowness. Taking a deep breath is a must! I'm still getting used to the stares. I'm brown but honestly didn't think that many people would stop and glance too much before moving here because Santorini is highly touristic, close to northern Africa, and the Middle East. As for the men, I do find that monogamy is taken more seriously here than in Italy. So if you are single, you might want to take a trip :D

[@sciencenerd777]

How is Greece?

[@expatsierra]

@@sciencenerd777 Sunny and delicious. 🌞

[@ilovelife3328]

@@expatsierra Interesting. You are the first AA woman that I have heard of living in Greece. I've been to Greece and had a very positive experience but the situation with the young college student at the bar in Santorini (also AA) shook me up a but and deterred me from wanting to go back again. I'm glad to hear that you are living your best life there!

[@perlaesthetics7002]

Not to defend Italians, but lying men are in every culture when dating including the US. So there is no difference there.

[@Facts-Over-Feelings]

DEFENDING

[@TheAJImage]

You are right! Men of all cultures and races can have hot hands and a mouth full of sugar!

[@cps525i7]

There are lying men everywhere, but I feel like Italian men are champions at it

[@_-peachybee-_2639]

@@cps525i7 as an Italian girl, I can confirm racism and sexism is very much elevated here but it’s decreasing most of the racist/sexist people here are mostly older people

[@CaitlinGeorgia]

Girl you are stunning. Loved this video!

[@doclew28]

OMG just 20 seconds in and im stuck... what a BEAUTY!!!

[@WhatashameMaryJane]

As an Italian, it was so sad to listen to the friends section. I would have never imagined that you'd have said that it's difficult to have Italian friends as a foreigner! I live in the US now and I find Italians to be pretty friendly, especially when it comes to the point of getting beyond the "small talk" part, for which Americans are certainly the best at. Based on your description, it feels like you found yourself to hang out with provincial people, kind of close minded. What I'd suggest to foreigners wanting to make Italian friends is to start hanging out in the universities, and especially the faculties related to humanities. Humanities students tend to be very open and looking for friends all the time, and if they come from different cultures they're even more appreciated in many cases. Hang out at the faculty library (or outside, that's where students smoke, drink coffee and socialize), in front of the faculty building or outside of the study rooms. Smoking cigarettes unfortunately helps tons with socializing in Italian universities, as much as going for aperitivo, drinking spritz or wine or beer. Those are the things we do when we socialize. If you do none of them, that's ok. You can still join for the company and the chats, even if you're probably going to get bored easier because what we do is literally sit somewhere in company and drink/smoke. Hope it helps.

[@MissMish888]

You have a lovely personality and I appreciate your efforts not to offend the Italians in any way while still remaining truthful and authentic. ...love your look!

[@norabende7711]

Evamarie Solange, I really appreciate your video. I found it by accident and from the title , I thought right away that you would say Italians aren't racist and I expected to say "yeah you are American that's why you don't see it" BUUUT...YOU SPOKE THE TRUTH!!! I grew up in Italy and I am 100% African. The racism I lived there, I've never experienced it here in CA. The fact that California bubble exists is extremely refreshing at it makes me sad because no one should be deciding where to live based on their skin color. A lot of African Americans think there is no racism in Italy because they never encountered it but they don't understand that IT'S BECAUSE THEY ARE AMERICANS! Italians tend to consider Black Americans as "cool" "fancy" and africans as wayyyy less than that. So thank you for being able to spot that. Also your name is french so maybe that's another reason why they think you are french. Another reason why they think you are french is because a lot of africans in France are very integrated, have higher social class and can have "office" job while in Italy a lot of African are kept at the buttom part of the social pyramid because as Italians say often they want Italians to stay in control of Italy and don't want Africans to steal their jobs". So a lot of Africans in Italy have the "hustle job" so it's hard to keep having a well kept and maintained look when you work all the time in fabriche or as a cleaner or someone who takes care of elders (with respect to these jobs). So yeah I really wanted to say this because your comment touched me a lot. Stay safe!

[@evamariesolanges4848]

I'm glad! I try to be honest and point out what I see. Thanks for your comment and I'm so jealous you're living in Cali! It's my dream to end up there at some point. =)

[@sc5195]

I’m Black American and I agree 100%. When I was in Italy the treatment between me and the people that were African were like night and day. It is blatant.

[@ethydinku2013]

Hi, yeah I am African living in Italy for more than 10 yrs and I couldn't agree more about this comment. You are so honest about it and I can write a book about Italians unfortunately negatives. They are the most racist country and it is so much reflected in the society. You will not see immigrants in TV, or working in the army, public offices, banks, politics, ADV, movie, music...... This is b/c Italy is young country as for immigration and they don't have a strong immigration history like France with most of its African colonies. Anyhow, the system will not let you to have this opportunities. This year, I am hoping to leave this country for good. I have been here 13 years still don't have the Citizenship and asked for it 2 months ago and I have to wait for more that 3 years.... Do you see the difficult here?

[@norabende7711]

@@ethydinku2013 yeah I know something about the citizenship thing. I am very sorry you went through this. I want to open an instagram account where people can share their experiences because I apparently some people still didn't think it was "that bad". I will keep u posted. In the meantime, please hold on tight. Know that there is somebody across the globe who knows exactly what you are going through.

[@joedex6222]

She’s the epitome of a beautiful black woman. Nubian Queen !!!!

[@Saculv4918]

Indeed she is! Ignore the envy and the jealousy in the comments.

[@colorfulcodes]

I got stared out so much in Spain. I wasn't mad though. Those men were fine. I had no idea they looked like that or I would have visited sooner lol. Italy next.

[@komrad7907]

Lemme get over to Spain 🇪🇸!!

[@krissyd7262]

the first time, just passing through. YOU ARE THEEEE PRETTIEST YOUNG LADY EVER!!!!!!!!

[@Karl__Pierre]

I've done a video on buying real estate in Sicily. So many questions on racism on my post. I have been treated well when there. BTW they are staring because you are pretty and call that attention. Thanks for sharing!

[@MSG00007]

During my one month stay in Rome I noticed that the men are fond of black American women. You being very attractive will notice that right away. Best wishes!

[@didiherzane]

As a fellow black American woman... I have adjusted. I'm not African and people do not treat me as an "immigrant." So, I mostly get respect and support from Italians. I get asked about being Brazilian alot. I'm a teacher too and really have gotten warm experiences from my students. Italians stare at everybody. 😆 And can be "prejudice" against anyone that's not Italians, even other Europeans. 😂 Casual dating can be easy as long as you set your boundaries. Finding a LTR is definitely hard like it is all over the world. People are curious, ask your story, and are mostly open to communicating with you. The more Italian you speak, the easier it gets. It's good to make friends with other foreigners too. 😁

[@Vhfash]

African women in Europe get a lot of respect and support and get married in Italy all the time. I am not sure if you are insinuating that African get treated worse, and somehow you being a black American gives you a better experience cause they assume you are high-quality blackness? It really seemed like that is what you are implying. If so, please stop, just stop.

[@didiherzane]

@@Vhfash Black African women are not respected... At least not according to the complaints I constantly hear from them. I don't have to "assume or insinuate" anything. I can only offer my experience living here over 6 years. According to both the Italian people I know and the African immigrants I converse with... They are treated differently. Maybe you haven't noticed but skin color isn't nearly as important as country of origin. My very white/blue eyed exes, Moroccan and Romanian, were highly discriminated against by many... Even denied hotels that I was able to book right after I pulled out my passport. Reality is what it is. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@SpiritoLibero-hp2ud]

@@didiherzane Qui si sta generalizzando un intero popolo, stai insinuando che tutti noi italiani siamo razzisti ma ti sbagli di grosso. Il razzismo esiste in tutto il mondo a prescindere dall'etnia e nazionalità, smettetela di fare sempre le vittime, anche noi italiani siamo discriminati ed esistono discriminazioni tra italiani e italiani. C'è da dire che molti stranieri poi non vogliono integrarsi e altri faticano ad integrarsi anche per via di culture diverse, pensiero e religione. Molti si isolano da soli. Il fatto è che gli italiani sono un popolo molto diffidente che ha sempre sofferto a causa delle politiche corrotte locali e della cultura mafiosa che ha fatto enormi danni e lasciando nell'ignoranza e in una chiusura mentale molta gente. Poi c'è da dire che il fenomeno immigrazione in Italia si è svilluppato da poco e molti non erano e non sono ancora abituati a questo cambiamento. L'italiano si preoccupa più sulle condizioni economiche data la stragrande maggioranza di italiani disoccupati e temono la concorrenza straniera che viene sfruttata m,a che accetta di lavorare con paghe bassissime che un italiano non accetterebbe mai date le tasse e il costo della vita molto alta. Senza poi contare oltre alla criminalità locale anche quella straniera e la manipolazione mediatica con politiche discriminanti, vedi Salvini e company e la stampa che fa terrorismo magari anche con fake news per alimentare guerre e divisioni tra poveri. L'Italia tra le altre cose è sempre stato un paese diviso. Il razzismo c'entra poco qui. Qui non siamo negli Stati Uniti dove le pagine della loro storia sono macchiate di sangue e non solo verso i neri ma anche verso italiani, nativi americani, messicani, ebrei, cubani ecc..

[@TerriJoe4638]

That has been my exact experience too so far. ❤

[@Laurelin70]

@@SpiritoLibero-hp2ud Ma infatti non siamo razzisti. Siamo classisti, che è peggio. Sono gli immigrati poveri che disprezziamo, non i neri che vengono dagli USA o i ricconi arabi e sudamericani. Ma se vediamo na persona di colore di cui non sappiamo l'origine, la tendenza è a osservarli con sospetto o (una cosa che trovo odiosa) dargli del tu senza nemmeno chiedergli il permesso. E qesta è innegabilmente la regola.

[@tiffanydonaldson1760]

Wow you’re so beautiful and I love your hair! Thanks for the video, your honesty was refreshing

[@tinab8466]

They are staring at you because you are beautiful. They treat you better because you are pretty they don't know rather you are American or not.

[@ellianndunbar2701]

I just have to say I love everything about this video. You covered everything. I studied abroad in Vienna and your reason for living in Rome is literally identical to mine. Hopefully, I can find another black girl that has a similar experience in Vienna to watch. You're also gorgeous!

[@sojournerinmind]

And she is not joking about 'the chase' either. I lived in Florence for about half a year in '99. Had to become accustomed to randomly being catcalled, followed (or literally chased), cornered, grabbed at. (And all despite having inadvertent RBF.) God forbid you're w/ a group of girlfriends or you resist; then you're a 'bitch' or the Italian equivalent of the n-word, etc. She's very diplomatic to label that behavior 'romantic'. Generally, they know you're a tourist or not there for a prolonged period, and like she said, are not looking for serious or long term with you. As a single girl at 19, it was pretty frustrating and depressing, actually.

[@azh753]

Very informative. Black American girl here, definitely wanna visit Italy, and it sounds like chances are I'll have a great experience. Thanks for the video sis! 🥰

[@junkmail1111]

Your hair is so beautiful & so are you 😩

[@thegrandoti00]

I am a darker hued 6'9" black American male who phenotypically resemble Africans. It is true that people would stare at me and would at times, be rude, until they heard me speaking English and realized that I was American. But overall, my two years living in Trieste e vicino Milano were great.

[@allell8852]

No one asked for your height. Idk what you're trying to achieve my saying your height. Jeez, some people think their height is their personality

[@prettybrwneyez7757]

Stop kewnin

[@lilyt.5389]

It is so sad to see that Rome has changed drastically to what it use to be, in regards to racism. I am an Ethiopian woman, who grew up in Rome in the 90s. Although it wasn't easy for both my single mom and I, we only have fond memories of our time there. As for wanting Italian friends, befriend other foreigners, they normally have a few Italians in their group of friends. But you are so right about being tight with the friends from childhood, still am with mine, even though I live in Canada now. Enjoy your time there.

[@amaacheampong]

Thank you for sharing the truth girl. You have spoken what is not easily discussed. My love goes out to you 🙂!

[@moviebuff4629]

You are absolutely stunning!!!! A literal beauty!!!

[@ToniGromann]

People don't stare at you a lot because you are black. You are just extremely pretty! Can't take my eyes of you either...

[@Tashaten]

Yes as black american woman that staring is very uncomfortable creepy.

[@Laurelin70]

@@Tashaten Sorry if all the rest of the world doesn't conform to USA standard of behaviour... You're not the measure of the world, you know?

[@Tashaten]

Apparently, we are, as the world copies our shit (culture),we are heavily studied!!! Like I said, staring at people is an unease feeling!!! 👋

[@jhaz3333]

So beautiful omg I was in shock for the first ten seconds

[@chancemcgee5731]

Love this video, love black folks willing to leave the states and see the world. I think your outlook on life in general is really uplifting. And....you’re literally drop dead gorgeous.

[@YariSoul3604]

Facts

[@singeltonsweets]

You did a outstanding overlook and view of Italy. Thank you I am certain it is not a place a must see. Keep the good work going.

[@ThePsychicStylist]

Your first youtube! You are brilliant! You helped me a great deal. Now I think I understand why I felt so ignored in Spain for 2 months. I felt so lonely and miserable, plus it was in winter!

[@beckyomoregie2366]

Thks for been nice about Italy, but the truth is you can't live in Italy with your family on even 2 salaries.. i lived there for over 15yrs and i still have my appartement locked up (nobody is buying), i had to move to France to get a decent job, they love to take advantage of all foreigners and think all black girls are prostitues, i had a lot of problems with my Italian husband bcos of his rascist friends, he finally decided to join me and our kids in France after over 4yrs of separation 😥

[@itsjiminsnonexistentjams1221]

As an Italian I am one of those people that do stare and I do apologize, I stare out of curiosity mostly because I don’t see lots of black people and say to say bases, I had no idea it made you guys uncomfortable and I do apologize

[@romandarius6041]

Don't Apologize!!! She needs to go to one of the many African Countries and not cry racism in white countries

[@collingwoodfamily2515]

@@romandarius6041 shut up ignorant bozo

[@didiherzane]

@@romandarius6041 Idiot! Staring has nothing to do with racism! Secondly, the racism in Italy is real and not hidden. It's experienced by many people from all over the world! Broke my heart to see kids yelling "You're not Italian" to "non white" children who were indeed born in Italy, speak the language, and have never been anywhere else!

[@charsmens]

I visited Italy several times as a young boy in the mid 70's. You hardly saw a black person in those days. The rude shock was seeing young adults kissing all over the place at bus stops. A very historical and romantic country. Architecture is unique. Beautiful place for tourism

[@SebastianCummings]

I lived in Mexico City on my own a few years ago and I feel the similarities. I am grateful for how thorough you are. You hit all the major points that I would have questions about, as someone who travels and investigates other cities. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@nrgskillmedia]

I guess people stare at you not because you're black, but because you're a very attractive girl :) Happy you felt in love with our country.

[@IntuitiveReadingByPriscilla]

Exactly

[@colorfulcodes]

All these new comments suggest we were all recommended this. I also agree you are gorgeous.

[@Manakel77]

getting friends, from zero to hero is hard everywhere on this planet, I guess. (I'm an Italian in London...). My recommendation is joining groups of local people who share your same hobby/passion: dance classes, art classes, yoga/gym classes, music school, sport team... (you got me). Passions easily connect people, and you're far from your working/business environment, that implies competition and not open sincere honest relations.

[@francescaimpieri6291]

I agree with you. Also in Italy we give a different meaning to the world friend , having friends is hard even for us italians because friendships are commitment. Americans calls each others friends even without a real relationship with a person. We have friends and acquantainces(conoscenti) with different expectations in term of friendships.

[@wadegoodwin6773]

Congratulations on your first rodeo Evamarie, my name is Wade Goodwin, from The Fair Digest, Cape Town, South Africa, and I will follow you

[@kaysee482]

Love your video! Thank you for being aware and intuitive about ALL the different aspects. And for being to the point in this video without romanticizing everything. Perfect video. And your hair and makeup are gorgeous girl yaaaas!

[@jasminrt1]

Your cheekbones were carved by the heavens. 🙌🏾 I'm a lil jealous.

[@lingra9541]

SO AM I😎

[@abvanp6218]

As an African American , my family and I were in Rome in 2019 for vacation , we travel a lot !!! it was uncomfortable the way they treat blacks, the culture is definitely different, obviously we were there to see the amazing historic sights, ie the vatican, Colosseum etc and we had a good time, obviously they know we were Americans, but it's not a place I will visit again and will not recommend you to live or stay!! The economy is not good at all and lots of corruption, and things are not efficient at all. Just stay for 4-5 days and that is enough !!!

[@LadyPinkster]

@Gina Valentina please do not be rude...

[@Watchlater109]

Gina Valentina 😳🙄

[@kevinc3342]

​@@giavalentina3959 What - are you mad because Black Americans are telling the truth about Italy? Instead of being angry at Italian racism, you're angry at Black visitors... OK.

[@billion86]

Wow. Thank you.

[@renatomacchi2195]

The economy is not good at all? You're generalizing. Italy is the third most industrialized country among the G7. It depends where you live in Italy. There are plenty of jobs available. Just read any major newspaper and you see the thousands of job offerings. The fact is that most people in Italy only want to work in their own Towns and want to do only certain jobs and not others. You said that you're African American . Well try to find a job in South Carolina or North South Dakota or Maine just to mention a few States and we're talking about the United States. You without the knowledge of Italian and without a trade of course it's not going to be easy to find a job in Italy but there are jobs that you can do and all depends if you're a legal resident with the right to work.

[@JTramuta]

You're an intelligent and beautiful woman. I can't imagine any man looking at you poorly.

[@jgjerze1234]

Excellent! Such an honest account of your experience there, what you’ve observed, and what we should anticipate. Very informative. Since note: your eye brows are perfection and your complexion is beautiful:)

[@yoodjiyou]

Nice articulated Video! I lived in Italy for 10 Years and as a Black African Male Worker ,student I think in 1 year your gathered it pretty well..! enjoy your Journey there.. Despite I had great Italian friend of my 20th in Italy, Racism is the reason I moved to Canada and it was the best decision I took..!

[@amrayabaptiste2933]

Informative vid. Very articulate and you are stunning!

[@artistqueen73]

I love Italy ... been there twice ! I do remember all the good and not so good attention .... thanks for sharing beautiful 💗🌷💗

[@happyosaz4071]

It is easy to love it when you go for a short visit. I lived there for 7+ years for studies. Most horrible years of my life. Would I go back there? For a two weeks tourism break, yes. To live there, hell no!

[@artistqueen73]

Happyscurls I bet! So sad to hear 😞

[@reygeorge6323]

I really enjoyed your vid.very interesting,also your smile your cheeks your eye brow, your teeth and list goes on and on.keep going

[@gingerandspice1209]

Weirdo!!

[@itslatasha4726]

A very comprehensible video regarding being black and abroad. I appreciate it. *new subbie

[@AyeshaNoelle]

Thank you for sharing your experience! It is so crazy that we have similar experiences while I live in Amsterdam. I made a video as well about racism and being Black in the Netherlands. Would love to hear what you think about it.

[@Phoenixdawn111]

"that's why I am here"... Great ending! My sentiment about life😀😀 It's not so perfect but there are moments that make it heavenly perfect, like gelato with friends at the park, an evening walk on cobbled streets...... I was in the UK sometime back and it was a tid bit depressing and at the same time refreshing... The sensitive me felt super exposed.. even vulnerable.. I came back home to Kenya in a hurry😀😀

[@atikawake1033]

As a black I really like my skin color if like I'm so blessed.

[@DreamingDarlin]

I lived outside Napoli/Naples for over a year in the 80's and everyone was soooooo nice to me! In that area there's a naval base where basketball players had access as well so with black players, black marines and sailers there were plenty of blacks there. I got honked at even when I was pregnant and waiting for a bus but that's happened in the States too. And there was a lovely Chinese restaurant outside Naples with the best Jasmine tea, wish I could remember the name of it. It was a blast to live there and travel and see all the sights. No one ever made me feel uncomfortable. And at that time I never thought about racial differences. I find it sad that as a black person you do have a little fear of being hated just because of your skin color. But Italy and England, back in the day were just really kind to me. Thank you for sharing your views.

[@carableu]

People are staring at you because you are a beauty!

[@HazelDell]

mark small lol We have our first hater! 😂😂😂

[@jojoslove6161]

Lol right...she's gorgeous

[@natashaolighaza3830]

Absolutely true, people are staring at her because she is very beautiful.

[@kevinc3342]

The narrator is a very nice-looking woman. She's pretty no matter where she is in the world.

[@sarahtn912]

IT IS STILL RUDE TO STARE.

[@camtra18]

I love Rome, I stayed with a older lady while I was there and she tried to set me up with her sons, she thought I would be a great daughter in law. The men were persistent., but I had a fabulous time.

[@brianapeterson8360]

You are absolutely stunning! Loved the video :*

[@evamariesolanges4848]

Thank you!! Glad you liked it ❤️

[@tranquility9325]

A random lady told me once on an airplane...she said Italian men are great lovers but they tend to be unfaithful/ players. She told me to never take one seriously. So you saying take them with a grain of salt makes sense lol.

[@fatso2894]

Unfaithfulness is not a Italian thing, cheaters are everywhere.

[@tranquility9325]

@@fatso2894 I agree. Some cultures however are more machismo than others...it's almost like being a player is expected. I was married to a narcissist for 20 plus years, found out after the divorce that his zipper had a problem staying up when it comes to other women...so I get that.

[@lovemeow8755]

Tranquility that’s very true , I met a Italian guy online and he was making me think he liked me meanwhile he had a wife and kids . On Instagram I see a lot of Italian guys with their girlfriends and following half naked women.

[@tranquility9325]

@@lovemeow8755 yup, their side hobby, women

[@lovemeow8755]

Tranquility yep so what’s your experience with Italian men sis

[@pizanatdotorg]

You don't have to go far to ask how racist Italy is, just ask Mario Balotelli, he himself an Italian black man.

[@pizanatdotorg]

@VonRyansExpress Sarcasm to make it all not true is probably the wrong way to go about it. Racism is real and we shouldn't make light of it. But there's also statistics that show that some European or more racist than others. It's safe to say that most Eastern European countries are the worst but if we are to name the most racists country in Western Europe, it has to be Italy.

[@pizanatdotorg]

@VonRyansExpress Surely you can consider our much more civilized world we live today. Are you stuck in the past? So again, I reiterate, today...right now Italy is the most racist in Western Europe.

[@Sean-cb8qb]

I like when you say 'BUT really firmly.' it's a nice shift into the next sentence.

[@jerryde2861]

Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts. I'm an African American man living in Norway. What you said about work is similar here. I also did English teaching as my first job. However, I found great success on selling America. By that, I mean USA tourism is big money. Many American tourist destinations don't have representatives based in Norway. I formed a pool of destinations and represent them at European tourism trade shows for a small fee. Once you get one...it is easy to find others. Besides money, the perks include 1st class air tickets, car rental, and hotels when I visit the States. It's a cool hustle and loads of fun.

[@ninavictoria6805]

Your skin omg 😍

[@akua.o]

A lot of what you say I can totally identify with! As a black African woman who was on a short stay in Milan I had a lot of the same issues/experiences

[@deedeetravels.]

Lol girl you nailed it with the dating piece. I've experienced it all!.

[@evamariesolanges4848]

Haha yeah dating here can be wild! I've heard some crazy stories but most of the people I know who've been here for a long time have stayed for love so there's hope too!

[@deedeetravels.]

@@evamariesolanges4848 haaa I've been here for a year and trust meeeeeeee i have stories too. Its crazy but yes hopefully there is real love here😶. But most guys its just a fantasy sad but true!.

[@evamariesolanges4848]

@@deedeetravels. Keep hanging in there girl! There's some good ones out there!

[@deedeetravels.]

@@evamariesolanges4848 haaa I'm good not looking. Now just enjoying itay 💕

[@deedeetravels.]

Italy*

[@alemghebremedhin8083]

Your presentation is top-notch.

[@uvi6344]

I’d like to chime in here and perhaps shed some light on this topic. #1 there’s a troll on this page named RomanDarius, please ignore him, he doesn’t speak for all of us. #2 I’m Italian but live in America, my parents were born in Calabria. One of the biggest issues in Italy is the disparity between rich and poor along with the generalizations if you’re a migrant, you’re poor. A classic stereotype. There’s always been an economic crises since the early days of the Roman Inception and Africans traveling to that region is nothing new because it was once an AFRICAN region, primarily In the south. Although I’m proud of my roots, I despise the psychology of how the class structure is visualized. My family is From Calabria and we’re not the most liked people even within our own country. Italians are very simple minded people that believe the current state of economic crises is solely because of immigration but what they fail to realize or understand is they’re simply not productive citizens for their country to be sustainable. Many young Italian men or unemployed, don’t get married and aren’t interested in having children. Meanwhile, migrants are more efficient citizens that work hard and contribute towards society. If you want to travel to Italy as a tourist for the food, architecture and history, please enjoy. But don’t go there expecting the people within the country to be as socially inclined as other countries. They’re just simply close minded people. I love dismantling them with historical facts and also bring home points about the southern Italian genetic make up to really drive it home. My wife is African/Portuguese and I strongly encourage everyone here to visit portugal. The people are amazing, food is amazing and I’d be very surprised if you don’t enjoy it. Spain is probably the worst out of these 3. Enjoy and be safe!!!

[@jamyb6408]

I can relate so much with you Im Italian born and raised in Italy and beeing a black girl living hear its so frustrating me and for all the black comunity !!!!! Ps: sorry for my bad english

[@nemo9608]

Eros Delorenzi well damn, you just proved the racism part.

[@ilovelife3328]

From what I've heard from the Italian American community, Italians are still very upset from the Moorish (North African) occupation of Southern Italy to this day. There are American movies written by Italian Americans which reference the history.

[@ilovelife3328]

​@@Giorgio_Cerrini 1) There's no such thing as a "black." No group of people or country with that name exists. If you are referring to WEST Africans, they were also present during the Moorish Occupation. The people of Mauritania, Mali and Senegal are part of Moorish history and this is in their records as well. 2) North Africans come from EAST Africans (the land that was originally called "Barbaria" by ancient Romans). Moors were described as originally being extremely dark skinned by Romans and other Europeans. Amazigh were a dark skinned indigenous North African ethnic group just like Nubians. However, they are heavily mixed today due to interactions with Romans, Vandals, Greeks, Arabs, and other European ethnic groups. One million Europeans, primarily from NW Europe were brought to North Africa by Barbary Pirates and are now fully integrated into Amazigh communities. This is why Haplogroup E (an indigenous African haplogroup) can still be found in Southern Europe. The Arab haplogroup is J, not E. 3) afroasiatics.blogspot.com (a history website maintained by a historian and anthropology professor) has plenty of eyewitness accounts from the contemporaries of the Moors. I don't have time to pull them up but you can peruse that website. And, clearly, some Italians DO care about the Moors or they wouldn't make movies that reference them (being upset because they have African blood from the Moorish Era). Italian Americans are RECENT immigrants. They have only been in this country for a few decades to a century at most. They are still Italians and Europeans living in America, regardless. The only indigenous people in America are NATIVE Americans (First Nations people). All others are recent immigrants to this landmass. This is coming from someone who IS First Nations whose family goes back to the Pre-Columbian era on Turtle Island.

[@ilovelife3328]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini They are still Italians, whether or not you claim them. That's who they are genetically and culturally. They came from Italy and not that long ago either. Most of them can still trace back to the exact villages their grandparents came from and they have cousins in Italy as well.

[@lovemeow8755]

Christian Cerri girl I see him and Roman guy everywhere spreading hate on black people. Saying blacks should leave Italy and the south are racist

[@buraunpanda-7078]

When I travel I look for the level of racism, not whether the place is racist or not because most countries in the world have some level of racism.

[@katerinapetrova245]

Well what level is Italy??

[@carlosurbinaverboonen7791]

Racism is everywhere not matter what,,,, but there are lots of good people everywhere in the world,,, you are a beautiful woman and thank you for the video

[@MrSuperbold]

I lived overseas and I have to agree you about how things work back home. You learn to appreciate how efficient life is back home.

[@victoryvictory8246]

You get treated better than Africans, but you are also black, however it is nice that you empathize with such treatment

[@kennykross3306]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini there is no segregation however if u black italian it will very hard for to get colour bag job

[@kennykross3306]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini bro i am black i lived italy until 18 and them i moved to the uk segregation does not exist. there is no whites or blacks neighbourhoods. racism is rampant though

[@kennykross3306]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini again what u said is not true . they a lot of teens and young blac men who have italian girlfriends and wifes

[@kennykross3306]

@@Giorgio_Cerrini bro italy is kinda big just because i didnt see an interracial couple it does mean it does not exist . as i said earlier interracial couple may be between age of 14 to 35