LGBT Youth Negotiating Faith & Stigma
How does an LGBT person deal with their faith when they are rejected or shamed for being who they are? This is a common question that many young people face,...
The topic of this article is how the phenomenology of gay friendship can illuminate structures of loyalty, support, and ethical engagement. Phenomenology is a philosophical approach that examines the...
Queer Visibility in Religiously Conservative Spaces
Religious beliefs are often closely tied to traditional gender roles and sexual norms.
Many religions believe that heterosexual marriage is...
As LGBT youth navigate their identity within religious communities that may not fully accept them, they must find ways to remain true to themselves while also conforming to community standards. This...
In the past, many religious institutions have been known for their strict adherence to traditional values, which often exclude people who identify as LGBTQ+.
In recent years, there has been a...
Strategies for Reconciling Ethical Conflicts Between Faith-Based Teachings and Personal Identity
As members of a religious community, many LGBT individuals are faced with the difficult task of...
Self-acceptance is an important part of wellbeing and mental health. It means that you accept yourself for who you are, without feeling ashamed or embarrassed about your flaws or failures. It's when...
In this age of polarized politics and divisive rhetoric, it's easy to see how shared experiences can create powerful bonds between people who might otherwise have nothing in common. But what about...
One of the most challenging aspects of living as a queer individual is navigating the social stigma surrounding one's identity. This can lead to feelings of shame, isolation, and fear that are often...
People who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, or any combination thereof may face challenges that stem from their sexual orientation, gender...