Sexuality
Sexuality comes in different forms and has dfferent challenges such as heteronormativity, social expectations, and sterotyps.
Sexuality
Sexuality is an essential part of human identity that influences how people experience attraction, intimacy, and connection. It extends beyond physical behavior to include emotional, romantic, and psychological dimensions that shape how individuals understand themselves and relate to others.
Heteronormativity
Denoting or relating to a world view that presents gender roles as fixed and heterosexuality, as the normal or preferred sexual orientation.
Social Expectations
The unwritten rules, norm, and standards a community holds for how individuals should behave, what roles they should fill, and what responsibilities they should have.
Stereotypes
A widely held but fixed and overstimulated image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Beyond the ordinary
Challenges Faced by LGBTQ+ People
Challeges:
-Bullying
-Employment Discrimination
-Family rejection
-Safety Concerns
-Mental Health impact
Progress that was made:
-Laws protecting everyone no matter what their sexuality is
-Pride movement (Pride parades, red dress festival, and etc.)
-More visibility in the media
