Transgender individuals have been subject to discrimination, violence, and marginalization throughout history. This has resulted in an understanding of gender that is tied to one's biological sex...
As an individual who identifies as nonbinary and pansexual, I have found that engaging with queer art has been essential to my exploration of gender and sexuality. Queer aesthetics encompasses...
One way that queer temporality can inform alternative perspectives on history is by challenging traditional linear notions of time. In Western culture, time is often viewed as a straight line moving...
Normalcy is often understood as a state of being ordinary, regular, or familiar. In this context, queering something means challenging or disrupting traditional norms, assumptions, expectations, and...
I will explore how queer conceptualizations of love as a social practice can reshape the ethical landscape of intimacy by challenging the privatization of affection in capitalist societies. By...
What is the role of aesthetic innovation in challenging normative social, moral, and cultural assumptions regarding sexuality?
Sexuality has been a subject of study for many years now. It is...
Non-binary gender identities are becoming increasingly popular among the general population today. Individuals who identify as neither male nor female are no longer uncommon and can be found in many...
Queer literature and art have been recognized for their ability to challenge societal norms and explore new modes of being, including gender, sexuality, desire, and morality. This essay will examine...
Creative Practices: Mediating Tension Between Queer Identity, Ritual, and Spirituality
There is no one universal definition of "queer" but rather it encompasses a broad spectrum of identities that...
Transgender people are often assumed to be mentally ill or confused about their gender, which is based on a narrow understanding of "natural" identity and bodily authenticity that privilege...