How does perceived injustice mobilize resistance or withdrawal that affects the whole unit? Perceived injustice can have profound consequences for individuals and groups alike. When people feel they...
Can silence ever be an ethical response to oppression, or is speech always a moral duty?
This question has been debated for centuries, but there are no easy answers. On one hand, some argue that...
How should societies ethically evaluate sexualized violence within political uprisings?
Sexual assault has been used as a weapon of war throughout history. In many cases, it is seen as part of a...
How do erotic metaphors in revolutionary discourse shape notions of heroism and martyrdom?
Erotic metaphors are commonly used to describe certain types of acts of bravery during a revolutionary...
When it comes to emotions, many people have been taught that they are something to be avoided, suppressed, and controlled. This is especially true when it comes to interpersonal...
The word 'resistance' has a specific meaning to those who resist oppression and persecution. It is used to describe people fighting against powerful forces that seek to control them. Resistance...
Reconciling Personal Experiences of Injustice with Ethical Principles
LGBT persons may encounter various forms of discrimination and violence based on their sexual orientation or gender identity....
Queer life is filled with challenges. For many people, it means living in a world that often rejects their identity and experience, where they are marginalized and made to feel less than human. It...
Queer Courage and Moral Binaries
In contemporary societies around the world, there are often clear distinctions between what is considered "normal" and what is considered "deviant." This binary...
Anger can be an important tool for confronting unjust systems that seek to deny recognition and justice. When individuals feel that they have been denied their rights or treated unfairly, anger can...