LGBTQ+ individuals often face challenges when it comes to navigating their identities within hostile environments. One major challenge is the question of whether or not to disclose their identity to...
Religious festivals and holidays can be a time of joy and celebration for many people, but they can also have negative impacts on those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer...
LGBT Muslims face significant challenges when it comes to reconciling their personal identities with perceived divine commandments regarding gender and sexuality. Islamic religious texts are often...
Queer believers are members of faith communities who identify as LGBTQ+ individuals. They often face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their sexual and gender identities within the...
In the world of the military, there are many norms, hierarchies, and institutional policies that govern how soldiers interact with each other. For those who identify as LGBTQ+, these rules can be...
Most religions have strict rules about who can marry whom and how they should live their lives. When it comes to same-sex couples, these rules are almost always interpreted to mean that marriage is...
Queer soldiers face unique challenges when it comes to navigating the tension between their personal identity and the expectations of their military institution. On one hand, they may feel pressure...
Queer literature has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more authors exploring and writing about diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ people. This literature has been credited for its ability...
As society continues to progress towards greater acceptance of gender and sexual diversity, many LGBTQ+ individuals are considering entering into heteronormative marriages. This raises important...