The term "informal" describes an organized system that is not officially recognized by legal or administrative procedures. Informal networks can include groups that operate outside of formal rules...
Informal communities are groups of people who share common interests, beliefs, or experiences that exist outside of formal institutions such as governments, businesses, schools, or religious...
Informal queer networks are social groups that share common interests and identities related to gender and sexual orientation. These networks often have unique structures and ways of organizing...
The role of informal networks is crucial in ensuring the well-being of the LGBT community. These networks provide support to individuals who may feel isolated due to discrimination and...
Adaptive Strategies in Informal LGBT Networks
Informal LGBT networks have been essential to many individuals' survival in societies where they experience political, social, or cultural repression....
What lessons do informal LGBT support networks offer regarding resilience, solidarity, and community-building under oppressive conditions?
The term “informal” refers to systems of mutual aid that...
LGBT people have often faced discrimination and marginalization from mainstream society due to their sexual orientation and gender identity. They may experience difficulty accessing services provided...
How do informal networks enable LGBT individuals to survive, resist, and build community under hostile social conditions, and what principles underpin their resilience?
Informal networks have...