When it comes to serving in the military, there are numerous obstacles that face LGBT individuals. One of these challenges is psychological safety. Psychological safety is defined as “a shared belief...
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There has been an increasing awareness of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBT) rights and their place in society. This is especially true for the...
How do LGBTQ soldiers navigate the tension between expressing romantic affection and adhering to military hierarchy?
The question posed above is one that has been asked time and time again since...
The LGBT community is no stranger to discrimination. From harassment and violence to legal restrictions, many LGBT individuals face challenges that can make it difficult for them to live openly and...
Society is comprised of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, values, and customs. These diverse views are shaped by culture, religion, education, upbringing, and environment. Societal norms...
Relationships between LGBT personnel and their unit's operations
In many countries around the world, members of the LGBT community face discrimination in various aspects of life, including the...
National and Cultural Military Traditions
National and cultural military traditions are deeply rooted in various countries' histories and play an important role in shaping their societies today....
Group cohesion can be defined as "a strong force that binds members together" (Lipsky, 1963), and it is often used to describe how groups work together towards achieving common goals.
One study...
Democratic governments and militaries around the world have been grappling with the issue of how to include lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) personnel for decades. While some countries...
Service members who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBT) face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their personal identities within a military culture that values...