How has queer performance historically functioned as a site of resistance, visibility, and communal identity formation, and what theoretical approaches best explain these complex dynamics? Queer...
There are many reasons why people may feel uncomfortable talking about queer joy, from personal experiences of stigma to systemic barriers that make it difficult for some LGBTQ+ folks to openly...
Queer vulnerability is a term used to describe the emotional openness, honesty, and willingness to share one's struggles, challenges, and insecurities that characterize many members of the LGBTQ+...
The reconstruction of queer festivals is an important part of the history of LGBTQ+ activism and resistance. These events provide a space for members of marginalized communities to come together,...
There is no doubt that intersecting oppressions, such as homophobia, racism, and classism, have significant impacts on the well-being, opportunities, and social mobility of LGBTQ+ minorities. These...
Early LGBTQ+ activists in authoritarian contexts faced numerous challenges when trying to build and maintain their communities. They often lacked access to resources, had limited physical safety, and...
LGBTQ believers face discrimination from some religious institutions that refuse them access to traditional sacraments such as marriage, baptism, and communion due to their sexual orientation. This...
The experience of spiritual rejection can have significant impacts on the lives of LGBTQ individuals. This is especially true when it comes to their religious engagement and life choices. For many,...
This essay will discuss the significance of rest and softness in queer resistance against spiritual toughness. It will examine how these elements can aid in fostering an environment that celebrates...
Researchers have investigated the ways in which members of the LGBTQ community resist discrimination through their mental processes, including cognitive and emotional strategies. In this essay, I...