The topic of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBT) rights has been one that has generated significant attention and debate in recent years. It is an important issue because it...
Legal recognition of gender identity is an important issue for trans individuals. It can have a profound impact on their self-esteem and social functioning. This article will explore how this occurs....
Reconciling Biology With Policy
The subject of intersex individuals is one that has been gaining more attention in recent years as medical professionals become increasingly aware of its...
Social Structures That Exacerbate Invisibility And Marginalization Of LGBTQ Elders
As people age, their physical, emotional, and psychological needs change, and so do their social interactions. As...
How does the intersection of social identity and visibility influence societal recognition, legal protection, and policy for queer communities?
Queerness is a broad concept that refers to...
Many people are familiar with the fact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (LGBTQ), and other sexual minority groups face a variety of challenges in society.
Many people...
What lessons from the history of LGBT rights in Latin America can inform contemporary activism, law, and policy development?
The history of LGBT rights in Latin America is filled with many...
1) Same-Sex Parenting
The notion of same-sex parents raising children has become more prevalent in modern society due to changes in social norms regarding gender roles and sexual orientation....
The topic of this article is to discuss the effect of media portrayal of LGBT individuals on public perception, policy, and social norms. Firstly, it is important to define LGBT individuals and their...
The negotiation of bodily autonomy, social norms, and queer identity raises philosophical questions about individual rights to self-determination and expression. This paper will explore the...