How has the suppression and erasure of queer histories in the Soviet and post-Soviet spaces affected contemporary LGBTQ movements and collective memory?
The systematic repression and destruction...
Queer film festivals have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way for marginalized communities to showcase their stories and experiences through cinema. These events provide an important...
Queer activism is an important movement that seeks to challenge societal norms and promote acceptance and equality for members of LGBTQ+ communities. One key aspect of this movement is engagement...
The proliferation of digital media has had a profound impact on how people understand and express their gender identities, sexual orientations, and relationship dynamics, particularly within LGBTQ+...
Small-town queer spaces are unique ecosystems that exist at the intersection of visibility, safety, and community cohesion. These spaces can be both physical locations, such as bars and social...
Erasure of Queer Experiences in Post-Soviet Societies
The historical erasure of queer experiences in post-Soviet societies has had a profound impact on contemporary activism, identity formation,...
There is no question that sexual orientation and gender identity are becoming increasingly visible topics in society today. With the advent of social media, these issues have been brought to the...
Cultural Gatekeepers and Acceptable Forms of LGBT Visibility
Cultural gatekeepers are individuals who have power to control what ideas, beliefs, and behaviors are accepted within a society. In...
Queer sexuality and identity refer to a range of gender and sexual orientation that are non-normative, non-binary, or fluid, which may differ from society's expected standards of masculinity or...
Can visibility in media genuinely reduce prejudice, or does it risk reinforcing stereotypes?
Visibility in media can play an important role in reducing prejudice against minority groups by...