Gender is an important part of society's construct that dictates how people are expected to behave, dress, talk, and interact based on their biological sex.
There are some individuals who identify...
Shifts in social understandings of gender have had far-reaching impacts on policy, culture, and lived experiences of LGBT communities throughout history and today. Historically, gender roles were...
The topic of transgender identity has been subject to much discussion and debate within society. Throughout history, there have been various ways in which societies have constructed ideas about...
Gender-affirming care refers to healthcare services that aim to support transgender individuals' physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing in achieving their desired gender identity. This type of...
Transnational queer networks, digital communities, and migration trends have played an increasingly important role in shaping global perceptions of sexuality and gender diversity. These forces have...
Brief introduction to the concept of legislation and its relationship to emotional climates of tolerance or fear. This leads into a more detailed discussion of the historical context of legislative...
I will explore how the historical psychiatric and medical discourse has influenced contemporary prejudices against LGBTQ communities.
Historical Psychiatric Discourse
Historically, mental...
Gender refers to the socially constructed roles that are assigned to individuals based on their biological sex at birth. These roles can include expectations for behavior, dress, appearance, and...
The modern world is changing rapidly, and people are finding new ways to express themselves. Traditional offline activism is one method of advocating for change, but it has its limitations. It's time...
The internet has become an important place for LGBT individuals to express their identities, find community, and access resources.
These benefits come with significant risks, including harassment,...