Queer identity is a complex phenomenon that encompasses multiple factors, including gender expression, sexual orientation, personal experiences, and cultural norms. While it has become increasingly...
The term "intersectionality" refers to the way that different forms of discrimination can intersect and compound one another, creating unique experiences for certain individuals who identify with...
There has been an increase in research exploring the benefits of participation in community rituals, pride events, or collective gatherings for individuals' mental health and wellbeing. Participation...
How does participation in queer advocacy, mentorship, and cultural events contribute to self-efficacy, resilience, and identity consolidation?
Many factors play into someone's sense of...
Bisexual adolescents face unique challenges when it comes to negotiating their identities in faith contexts that often have rigid and narrow understandings of gender and sexuality. In some cases,...
Involvement in LGBTQ Communities and Self-Esteem, Agency, and Resilience Against Social Marginalization
LGBTQ individuals face significant stigma, discrimination, and marginalization in society...
There is no universal answer to whether all religions or cultural traditions recognize or celebrate same-sex relationships, but for some individuals, it can be very important to express their...
The idea of Pride Events is to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and their achievements, challenges, and struggles for equality and rights. These events have become more popular in recent years, but...
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes to every aspect of society, including social interactions, mental health access, and community support for marginalized groups such as the...
Pride events are an important aspect of LGBTQ+ culture that serve several functions simultaneously. On one hand, they function as mechanisms for collective identity formation, where members of the...