Research Topic
Research has shown that LGBTQ individuals often face discrimination, stigma, rejection, and isolation from their families, friends, and communities due to their sexual orientation...
LGBT Clergy Visibility and Congregational Attitudes
Many religious organizations are hesitant to welcome LGBT clergy into their communities, often because they feel that it would disrupt...
LGBT Youth and Online Communities
Online communities have been shown to provide many benefits to the LGBT community, especially when it comes to identity exploration, relationship building, and...
Mentorship is an important factor that contributes towards supporting LGBTQ individuals' reconciliation of their religious and queer identities. It helps them navigate through life, understand...
The internet has become an integral part of everyday life for many people, including members of the LGBTQ community who may experience systemic discrimination due to their identity. Online LGBTQ...
How do intergenerational differences in cultural attitudes affect the emotional support and acceptance of LGBT family members?
Intergenerational differences can be defined as differences between...
LGBT youth face unique challenges when it comes to acceptance from their families. Family rejection can have negative impacts on an individual's wellbeing, especially during adolescence. This article...
LGBTQ+ people face unique challenges that can negatively impact their mental health and well-being, including discrimination, stigma, and isolation.
Many members of this community have found...
Future cultural shifts are likely to significantly affect the way LGBTQ people experience emotional belonging, resilience, and relational frameworks. It is expected that these changes will lead to a...
LGBTQ individuals are those who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. Inclusive religious communities provide space to celebrate the diversity of identities and gender...