Online queer communities have been growing rapidly since the early days of internet communication. With the rise of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, YouTube,...
In many societies, there are laws or social norms that limit or prohibit open expression of queerness in public spaces. This can lead to significant consequences for individuals' mental health,...
Asian queer communities face unique challenges when it comes to navigating activism, identity, and visibility within conservative cultural, religious, and legal contexts. These challenges are shaped...
Online platforms have become an integral part of daily life for many people around the world. With their widespread availability, they provide numerous opportunities to connect and share with others...
Mass Pride Events: Visibility and Commercialization vs. Grassroots Authenticity
The celebration of LGBTQ+ rights has increased significantly since the Stonewall riots of 1969, which were triggered...
Queer individuals have unique ways to communicate their identities across cultures. They may use gender-neutral language or avoid certain topics related to sexual orientation or gender expression....
I will explore how historical acts of queer resistance have shaped contemporary LGBTQ+ activism, particularly focusing on the resilience and visibility demonstrated by those who came before us. From...
Can visibility ever become a burden when advocacy turns individuals into symbols?
Visibility is a crucial aspect of social justice movements, especially for marginalized groups that have...
LGBT is an acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people, which refers to individuals who identify themselves outside of traditional gender roles and heterosexual sexual orientations....
We will explore how queer audiences interpret visibility campaigns that sanitize their history through the analysis of four case studies: the commercialization of Pride Month, the portrayal of LGBTQ+...