Language is essential to human existence because it allows us to communicate ideas, thoughts, feelings, desires, needs, and beliefs. It can also act as a barrier that creates exclusion from certain...
The social, familial, and psychological factors that contribute to identity struggles among non-binary adolescents are numerous and complex. Many factors such as gender roles, societal expectations,...
Queerness is a term that encompasses all non-heterosexual identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and others. Queer people have historically been marginalized and oppressed because...
Diverse sexual and gender identities refer to the many ways individuals experience their own sexual and gender identity, which can include various labels such as cisgender, transgender, nonbinary,...
The history of the LGBTQ+ community has been marked by significant progress towards social acceptance and legal equality.
Despite these advances, there is still much work to be done in terms of...
How can gender expression be mobilized as a political tool that communicates resistance, redefines norms, and reshapes social perception? Gender expression refers to how an individual presents...
Feminization is the process by which individuals display characteristics traditionally associated with women, such as physical appearance, dress, behavior, and mannerisms. This can include but is not...
There has been an increase in the portrayal of gender fluidity, non-binary, and queer identities in various forms of art, including literature, film, television, music, painting, sculpture,...
Non-binary individuals face unique challenges when navigating their identities and experiences in gendered spaces. This can include everything from how they dress, speak, and present themselves to...
Ethical Tensions Arising From Negotiating Bodily Autonomy, Queer Identity, and Societal Norms
As we navigate issues surrounding gender, sex, and sexuality, there are often conflicts between...