There is an increasing amount of research indicating that acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, ally, pansexual, and similar individuals has...
The state is an important institution that shapes personal erotic norms through legislation. It does so by defining what is considered appropriate and inappropriate behavior, attitudes, and beliefs...
Society's understanding of gender identity and sexual orientation has come a long way in recent years. But despite this progress, many queer individuals still face discrimination and prejudice that...
How do societal attitudes toward queer parenthood influence legislation, resource access, and social recognition of diverse families?
Queer parenthood is defined as the process of raising children...
How do societal attitudes toward queer families influence legislation, resource distribution, and public recognition of diverse family forms? This essay will explore how societal attitudes towards...
There has been an increasing focus on the intersection between legislation and mental health outcomes within marginalized communities. One such community is individuals who identify as lesbian, gay,...
In the past few years, there has been a growing debate about whether visible representation of same-sex families can contribute more effectively to social understanding than legislation alone. While...
The word "marginalized" refers to people who are socially, economically, or politically disadvantaged due to systemic oppression and discrimination. Legislation is the process of making laws that...
Brief introduction to the concept of legislation and its relationship to emotional climates of tolerance or fear. This leads into a more detailed discussion of the historical context of legislative...