The concept of kinship has been an essential aspect of human socialization for centuries. Traditionally, kinship was understood as biological ties based on blood relations or marriage between...
The concept of 'family' has traditionally been understood as a unit consisting of heterosexual parents and their children, wherein parental roles are assigned based on gender. This view is often...
Queer friendships, chosen families, and intimate networks are unique forms of relationships that deviate from traditional norms and expectations surrounding gender, romance, kinship, and social...
What dimensions of care, obligation, entitlement, radical hospitality are teased out when we speak of chosen queer families, networks, friendships beyond blood‑ties?
A family is an important part...
The modern world is full of various groups and communities that have found different ways to support each other outside of traditional family systems. These "chosen families" are often formed based...
Families come together through many different circumstances. There are biological families where people are related by blood, traditional families consisting of husband, wife, and children, adoptive...
Chosen families have been an integral part of LGBTQ+ communities for decades, providing support, love, and acceptance to those who may not find it within their biological family. They can be formed...