Queer-inclusive sacred narratives can be defined as religious stories that acknowledge and celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. These types of narratives often center on diverse perspectives from people...
Queer-inclusive mentorship refers to the practice of actively including individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, nonbinary, or questioning in mentoring...
The development of one's sexual orientation can be a highly personal and emotional process that is influenced by various factors such as family dynamics, social norms, cultural beliefs, and...
Research shows that LGBT youth are more likely to experience higher levels of religiosity than their heterosexual counterparts. This is due to societal pressures and expectations placed upon them...
Self-esteem, identity coherence, and moral agency are important aspects of an individual's personal life that can be affected by how they are recognized by society. When an individual receives...
As an academic researcher and educator who has studied the intersection between LGBTQIA+ identities and spirituality for years, I have come to believe that it is essential to include more inclusive...
The article is about how LGBTQ individuals develop adaptive strategies to maintain their identity coherence when facing social marginalization. It examines various factors that contribute to this...
Social Inclusion or Exclusion Impacts LGBTQ Adolescent Mental Health
I will explore how experiences of social inclusion or exclusion within religious contexts can affect the mental health,...
What is Inclusive Ritual and Why is it Important?
Inclusive ritual refers to activities that include all people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, or...
The concept of internalized social judgment refers to the process by which individuals internalize societal expectations and standards of behavior and appearance, leading to negative self-evaluation...