The history of police violence against minorities is well documented. Police officers have a record of using excessive force when dealing with people who are perceived to be different from them. This...
In recent decades, there has been an increasing recognition of the struggles faced by individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) throughout...
Moral Neutrality and Discrimination/Oppression
Moral neutrality is the concept that individuals should remain unbiased when facing issues of discrimination and oppression. This means that they...
The idea that art is an effective way to help people heal from trauma or deal with their emotions is nothing new, but it has recently gained more attention due to its potential for social change. Art...
Violence is often seen as an aggressive act that harms people physically or psychologically.
It can also be used as a way to communicate and maintain power dynamics within systems of oppression....
Celebrity Advocacy is a powerful tool that can promote positive societal changes, but it has its limitations. When celebrities lend their voice and platform to a cause, they have the potential to...
A common misconception is that LGBTQ+ people are more likely to be targeted for police brutality and excessive force than cisgender heterosexual individuals. This isn't true because there are many...
Performative activism has been an increasingly popular term used to describe actions taken by individuals who claim to be active supporters of a particular cause but do so without taking any real...
Introduction to Urban Space and LGBTQ Communities
Urban spaces are places where people can gather, socialize, work, and express themselves creatively. For LGBTQ communities, these spaces often...
The debate about whether viral visibility can replace sustained political engagement has been ongoing for years. On one hand, some argue that online activism is more effective than traditional forms...