Epistemic Consequences
Heteronormativity is the assumption that all people are straight unless proven otherwise. This belief has been perpetuated for centuries through social norms, cultural...
Cultural Narratives and Community Practices can be considered to play an important role in the way individuals from LGBTQ communities are perceived and understood within their societies. These...
The topic of this article is to explore how ethical theory can conceptualize the moral duties of allies and advocates who support marginalized sexual and gender identities. This essay will begin by...
Queerphobia is an attitude of fear or dislike towards people who identify as queer. Queerphobic attitudes are often expressed through discriminatory behavior towards queer individuals, including...
The study of the influence of public figures and opinion leaders on the identity formation and self-perception of marginalized youth is an important area of research for many disciplines. It has been...
1. Navigating the Tension Between Authenticity and Societal Conformity
Authenticity refers to being true to one's self and values, while societal conformity is aligning oneself with societal norms...
Sexual identity politics has become an increasingly important aspect of contemporary society, as individuals seek to assert their identities and claim their rights. This is particularly true for...
The question of how much political influence individuals should have on their own lives is a difficult one to answer. On the one hand, many people feel that they should be able to make decisions...
How does the visibility or invisibility of queer bodies in public life reflect the shifting boundaries of political order, moral panic, and social inclusion? Queer bodies are those that do not...
Sexual minorities are individuals who identify themselves with a sexual orientation or gender identity different from the majority in their community. In most cases, these groups have experienced...