Community-based organizations have been working together to establish safe and secure infrastructure for sex workers in areas where they face hostility from authorities and society. In these unsafe...
LGBTQ individuals often face discrimination and prejudice from their families, friends, communities, employers, and even law enforcement due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This can...
I will discuss which pedagogical interventions can be used to effectively reduce queerphobia and create an inclusive, safe, and affirming educational environment. Queerphobia refers to the fear or...
There has been an increase in the visibility of queer students who demand recognition for their existence within academic institutions. They have called out for equality and acceptance from these...
Social isolation is a common experience among young people from minority communities such as LGBTQ+. This isolation has detrimental psychological effects which include increased risk of mental health...
We will explore how visibility can transform from being a moral imperative to a social burden for individuals who identify as queer, transgender, non-binary, or any other marginalized group within...
Queer Individuals' Safety in Public Spaces
Queer individuals often face discrimination in society due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. As such, they may feel unsafe in many social...
As educators, it is our responsibility to create an environment that promotes inclusivity, respect, and equality for all students regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or...
Educate Faculty and Staff
Educational institutions must take the initiative to educate their faculty and staff about gender identity, sexual orientation, and non-binary identities. This education...
Society's understanding of gender identity and sexual orientation has come a long way in recent years. But despite this progress, many queer individuals still face discrimination and prejudice that...