What psychological effects result from reconciling multiple marginalized identities in religious contexts?
The article explores the impact of reconciling various marginalized identities within...
Religion plays an important role in shaping societal norms around gender identity and sexual orientation. Many people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other...
Queer history is an important part of our understanding of human experience that has been ignored for far too long due to social stigma and taboo. Archival sources are vital to this research because...
The concept of queer ethics is an emerging field that explores how traditional norms around gender and sexuality can be challenged to create more equitable and just societies. Queer theory offers a...
Heteronormativity is an assumption that heterosexuality is normal, natural, or ideal. It is often used to justify discrimination against non-heterosexuals and maintain social structures that favor...
Intersectionality theory
The term "intersectionality" was coined by scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw to describe how different forms of discrimination can reinforce each other, leading to increased...
Institutional biases against LGBTQ educators can have a significant impact on their professional identity, ethical decision-making, and resilience within faith-based educational institutions. These...
What is existentialism?
Existentialism is a philosophical movement that originated in Europe during the mid-19th century. It emphasizes the existence of human beings and their responsibility for...
The concept of empathy has become an important one in discussions about ethics, morality, and social justice. It is often argued that people who have experienced marginalization, oppression, and...
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have seen how marginalization can negatively impact self-concept, emotional health, and resilience. Marginalization can lead to feelings of isolation,...