International queer film festivals are events where films focusing on LGBTQ+ experiences and themes are screened to audiences around the world. These festivals serve as platforms for showcasing queer...
Volunteering is a selfless act that involves giving time and energy without expecting anything in return. Participating in volunteerism contributes to personal growth and development through various...
How should psychotherapists balance respect for cultural values with the need to affirm the identities of LGBT clients?
The question of how psychotherapists should balance respect for cultural...
Is identity affirmation a therapeutic goal or a political stance?
Identity is defined as a person's sense of self, while affirmation refers to the act of recognizing, acknowledging, and accepting...
Queer communities are groups of people who share similar identities and experiences related to gender, sexual orientation, and romantic attraction. These communities have existed for centuries, but...
Online queer communities are groups of people who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, nonbinary, or any other gender and/or sexual minorities that...
Queer Perspectives in Architecture and Design
A queer perspective is an approach to understanding and interpreting the world that challenges traditional binary gender roles and heteronormative...
There has been an increasing interest in understanding the social, emotional, and cultural mechanisms that enable solidarity, mutual aid, and identity affirmation within queer communities. These...
What is Bodily Autonomy and Identity Affirmation?
Bodily autonomy refers to an individual's right to control their body and make decisions about it without coercion or pressure from others. It...
Queer youth often face challenges related to their social isolation that may impact their sense of belonging and wellbeing. Coping strategies for resilience, identity affirmation, and mental health...