Transgender people experience a unique form of embodiment that involves challenging and subverting socially imposed norms and expectations. This process is often referred to as "trans embodiment,"...
Trans people often face discrimination, stigma, violence, lack of health care, and other obstacles to living their lives authentically. Embracing trans identity can be an act of resistance against...
Marginalized groups have faced oppression, discrimination, violence, and disrespect for centuries. This has led them to find ways to resist, fight back, and gain their rights. One way they have done...
Erotic rebellion is a powerful and fascinating concept that has captivated philosophers, writers, artists, and activists throughout history. In its most basic form, it refers to the ability of...
The concept of compassionate spiritual leadership is one that has been gaining traction in recent years, particularly among LGBTQ+ individuals who find themselves outside the bounds of more...
Freedom is often thought of as an abstract concept that everyone has access to, but what about people who exist outside the social order? For many, their freedoms are limited due to factors such as...
Systemic discrimination against transgender individuals is an issue that has been gaining more attention recently, but there is still much to be done to understand its long-term psychological...
Resistance to oppression and discrimination is an important part of human history. From the Civil Rights Movement to the Women's Liberation Movement to the LGBTQ+ Pride Parade, individuals have found...
Gender Expression as Persistent Form of Protest
Scholars have explored ways that gender expression can become an enduring, embodied form of resistance to societal norms and expectations. This...
Generational conflict can take many forms, but one specific form that has been seen in recent years is between different generations within LGBT movements. This type of conflict can arise when older...