The Hijra community in contemporary India has been facing various challenges while trying to reconcile their religious obligations, sexual identities, and erotic behaviors with societal norms. This...
Gender-Affirming Cultural and Religious Rituals
Gender-affirming cultural and religious rituals are often associated with social norms that reflect traditional values and expectations about male...
Transsexuality has been gaining more attention in recent years due to increasing awareness and social movements. This has led to people coming out publicly about their gender identity and seeking...
What is gender diversity and why is it important?
Gender diversity refers to the differentiation between genders and their social roles in society. It includes all types of people who do not fit...
Many cultures have historically believed that changes in gender identity or expression are signs of societal instability. This is particularly true for societies that view strict adherence to...
There is a growing debate about the relationship between religion and sexuality. Some people believe that religion and sexuality are inherently intertwined, while others argue that they are separate....
What ethical questions arise surrounding gender-affirming medical procedures and bodily integrity? This is a complex question that touches on many different aspects of medicine, law, and societal...
The purpose of this article is to explore how public reporting portals can share data on LGBTQ+ inclusion responsibly while also protecting individuals' privacy and safety. This issue is particularly...
Replication Barriers Revealing Deep Institutional Attachment to Cisnormativity
Cisnormativity is a term that describes the assumption that everyone is cisgender, which means identifying with the...
LGBTQ+ inclusivity refers to creating an environment where people from different sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions are welcome without discrimination, marginalization, or...