Erotic narratives have been an integral part of revolutionary movements throughout history, serving to motivate individuals and communities towards action while simultaneously creating a sense of...
Activism is an action that seeks to bring about social change through direct intervention. It can include many different forms, such as demonstrations, protests, boycotts, sit-ins, strikes, lobbying,...
Queer censorship is the systematic suppression of queer expression in media, art, culture, politics, education, and society at large. Queer people have faced oppression, discrimination, and violence...
The United Nations Human Rights Council passed Resolution 2467 in December 2019. It condemned violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. This is important because it...
There has been an increased focus on the role of joy in resisting oppression. This is especially true for marginalized communities who have experienced systemic oppression throughout history. While...
How can people be legally prevented from exercising their rights to sexual and gender autonomy? What are some common obstacles that exist for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, women, men, or...
What are the Moral Consequences of Laws That Criminalize or Restrict LGBTQ+ Rights?
The legalization of same-sex marriage has been a major victory for LGBTQ+ rights activists around the world, but...
In many countries around the world, laws and regulations restrict or prohibit depictions of LGBTQ characters and themes in media such as books, films, television shows, music, and art. These policies...
Because of the pandemic, Pride Month events were canceled around the world last year. Many festivals that would have happened during the month of June had to be postponed until later dates. This...
There has been an increasing trend towards censorship of LGBTQ+ content, particularly in media and entertainment. This is often done under the guise of protecting vulnerable populations from exposure...