The benefits of teaching about difference have been widely acknowledged in both academic and practical settings. It can help promote tolerance, understanding, and respect for diverse perspectives,...
Informal communities can be defined as small groups of people who share common interests or experiences, such as LGBT individuals who may not identify with traditional gender norms or sexual...
There has been increased attention to the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (LGBTQ+) individuals and their role in society.
Despite some progress toward inclusion and...
Informal queer communities have been providing resilience to their members for centuries through various forms of support and protection from the outside world. Queer people often face discrimination...
There is no doubt that the intersection of economic precarity and queer identity has a significant impact on individuals' access to housing, employment, education, and social capital.
It is...
Can vulnerability be recognized institutionally as a form of leadership, creativity, and social capacity? Vulnerability is often associated with weakness and frailty in individuals.
It can also be...
Queer communities have long depended on informal networks to meet their needs for emotional support, resources, and social capital. These networks are formed through shared experiences and interests...
Volunteering is an act of giving time, effort, knowledge, skills, resources, and commitment for community service without pay or personal gain. Volunteers help others in need, strengthen communities,...
The feminist movement has been at the forefront of advocating for equality between men and women since its inception.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBT) rights have also become...
Queer Volunteerism is an important aspect of LGBTQ+ communities that involves individuals coming together to provide assistance, support, and resources to those who may not have access to them...