The concept of family is deeply embedded within most cultures around the world. From the nuclear family to the extended family, there are numerous types of family structures that exist in different...
There are many reasons why it is important for society to acknowledge queer households, including the fact that they can help foster empathy, moral imagination, and ethical inclusion at scale. First,...
There has been a growing interest in understanding how exposure to queer families influences children's development of empathy, tolerance, and social morality. Research suggests that children who...
How do queer families redefine love as practice rather than obligation?
When it comes to love, society has defined it as something that is given, shared, experienced, and practiced between...
Societal fear of difference can manifest in many ways, including but not limited to stigmatization, discrimination, exclusion, and violence against individuals who are perceived to be different from...
Queer families have faced challenges navigating systemic heteronormativity. Despite increased societal acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities, there are still many obstacles to raising children within...
What alternative moral and relational frameworks emerge in chosen queer families?
In this essay, I will explore the unique moral and relational structures that can arise in queer families formed...
Throughout human history, family has been an integral part of society. Families have served to provide support, protection, and nurturing for individuals as they grow and develop.
Traditional...
One of the most important aspects of human existence is family. Family structures have traditionally been understood to be based around heteronormativity, whereby gender roles are defined as either...
Chosen families are nontraditional family units that transcend biological or legal ties. In queer circles, these familial groups often consist of people who have come together due to their shared...