LGBTQ individuals are members of society who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or questioning their gender or sexual orientation. They face various forms of...
The phenomenon of social inclusion and exclusion is deeply intertwined with the experience of being LGBT in today's society. On the one hand, there are increasing efforts towards greater acceptance...
How do media representations shape societal perception, public policy, and social inclusion of LGBT communities?
The way that media presents and portrays individuals who identify as lesbian, gay,...
Social exclusion is the process of deliberately denying someone access to a particular group or activity based on their characteristics or background. It can happen at multiple levels including...
School policies that address sexual orientation have significant effects on the mental health, academic outcomes, and social inclusion of queer students. Mental health refers to an individual's...
Queer individuals often experience a paradoxical tension between their desire for social inclusion and their resistance to cultural assimilation. On one hand, they seek acceptance and belonging...
Transnational media narratives are shaping public understanding of queer rights and social inclusion in various ways. These stories often depict marginalized communities such as the LGBTQ+ community,...
When we think about how the normalization of queer identities affects ethical frameworks, we must consider that it has had a significant impact on societal norms surrounding social inclusion and...
LGBT adolescents often face challenges when trying to find peers who understand their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Peer groups can also help build supportive environments for these...
The relationship between architecture, urban design, and gendered embodiment has been studied for decades by scholars from various disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, feminist studies,...