The article describes how historical memory of queer repression informs contemporary identity politics and explores how emerging archival technologies could potentially transform the way communities...
In queer studies, "queer melancholia" is used to describe feelings of loss, mourning, and grief experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals due to their marginalized status in society. This concept highlights...
Queer Laughter as an Epistemic Tool for Confronting Pain and Repression
The term "queer" refers to those who do not conform to societal norms regarding gender identity and sexual orientation....
Queer youth refers to individuals who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation, also known as LGBTQ+. These young people...
Silence is often associated with negative connotations, such as avoidance or lack of communication.
It can also be seen as an act of self-care or protection from unwanted attention or harmful...
What is the moral significance of pleasure when framed as resistance to repression in queer thought?
In queer theory, pleasure is often seen as a key element in resisting oppression and...
Can repression of desire be morally justified in the name of social harmony?
Desire is an essential part of human life that cannot be ignored or suppressed completely. It drives individuals to act...
Intimacy is an essential aspect of human existence that allows people to establish meaningful connections with one another. It encompasses various forms such as emotional, physical, spiritual,...
Eastern European countries are characterized by a conservative and often homophobic society. Despite this fact, some LGBTQ+ individuals have managed to create a vibrant subculture that has been able...
Queer theory is an academic field that explores the social construction of gender identity and sexual orientation. It emerged from feminist and postmodernist thought, critiquing traditional binary...