There has been an increase in awareness and discussion surrounding gender identity and its role in society. This includes the impact that gender identity can have on various aspects of life, such as...
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: The impact of gender identity on romantic relationships in military
Transgender individuals have faced discrimination and exclusion from many aspects of society for centuries, including within the military.
Recent years have seen an increased acceptance of these...
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: Discussing the challenges facing trans military personnel: emotional safety and inclusion
The United States government has recently lifted its ban on transgender individuals serving openly in the military. This policy change has been praised by many for providing equal rights to all...
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: How does military service affect lgbt relationships and mental health?
In modern militaries, there are many different types of roles that soldiers may take on. Some focus on infantry, some on artillery, some on logistics, and others on intelligence gathering.
One...
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: How nonbinary and transgender people find success in highstress combat units despite unique challenges?
The act of navigating one's own gender identity can be an incredibly personal and difficult experience for many people. This is even more true when someone has chosen to serve their country as a...
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: The difficult journey of military service and gender identity
The U.S. Department of Defense estimates that there are between 6,1888 and 14,9000 openly serving transgender service members, according to data from 2021. While the exact figures may be debated, it...
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: Challenges faced by lgbt service members: balancing professional duties with identity affirmation
Military service has historically been seen as a way to gain respect and recognition from society, particularly when it comes to masculinity and patriotism.
Recent research suggests that this...
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: The power of military service as a catalyst for queer identity visibility and acceptance
Does policy inclusion translate to cultural acceptance within the armed forces? This is a question that has been asked time and again with regards to military personnel who identify themselves with...
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: How can policies lead to cultural acceptance of nontraditional genders in military institutions?