What Trans Representation Looks Like in Colombian Media: A Personal Perspective
In a previous article, we looked at the history of trans representation in United States media, where visibility was just…
How Knitting and Crocheting Are Empowering Trans and Non-binary People
Have you ever looked down at the interlocked loops of your sweater, and thought about the generations of strong, skillful…
What Do Ghostly Folk Myths Tell Us About Gender and Fear?
Have you ever seen a ghost? A 2022 poll found that at least two-thirds of Americans claim they have. This…
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Hollywood Diversity Acting Report
Hollywood diversity has come a long way, and many social movements such as Black Lives Matter, and Stop Asian Hate…
The Necessity of LGBTQ+ Artists in Today’s Culture: A Conversation With Amethysta Herrick
In today’s day and age, one where LGBTQ+ artists such as Chappell Roan can play massive sets at the Coachella…
The Quest for Gender Diversity and Representation in Video Games
Video games allow players to immerse themselves in entertaining worlds filled with endless possibilities and limitless realities. This is why…
The Evolution and Growth of Diversity in Superhero Comics
When you think of superhero comics, what characters come to mind? Superman? Batman? Spiderman? Wolverine? White characters tend to come…
Queer Nightlife: Activism on the Dancefloor
Queer nightlife is like a glammed-out Where’s Waldo print; but instead of trying to find a White man in red…
Book Banning and the Effect on the LGBTQ+ Community
There has been a clear increase in book banning occurring in the United States as of 2023. According to the…
A Look at the History of Trans Representation in Media with Zoey Luna
Early portrayals of trans characters that I can remember were generally based on stereotypes and pathologization, and while the last decade or so has since changed that by incorporating increased empathy, authentic casting and diverse, humanizing storylines, one can’t help but wonder; what took so long for the community to receive the type of representation it deserves?