World Congress on Gender, Sexuality, and Identity on October 01-03, 2025 in Rome, Italy

Call for papers

Here are some potential topics for a conference on Gender, Sexuality, and Identity:

Core Themes:

Gender Identity and Expression:

Understanding non-binary lives across the lifespan.

How media shapes views on gender identity.

Navigating adolescent gender expression and peer relationships.

Cultural variations in defining 'normal' gender roles.

The impact of supportive environments on transgender well-being.

Exploring genderqueer narratives and experiences.

Language evolution in non-binary expression (pronoun usage, etc.).

The art of being: Longitudinal studies on the impact of transitioning on well-being.

Sexual Orientation:

Bisexuality and unique issues faced by bisexual individuals.

Asexuality: Understanding and addressing misconceptions.

New efforts at asexual visibility and coming-out processes.

Challenges to the concept of "coming out."

Fluidity and diversity of LGBTQ+ experiences.

Intersectionality:

Examining the intersection of race, ethnicity, and gender.

Queer of Color critiques.

Global and transnational perspectives on LGBTQ+ issues.

Gender as a co-constitutive and intersectional element of discrimination.

Intersectionality with age, class, ability, and neurodiversity.

Feminist and Queer Theories:

Varieties of feminism (first, second wave, radical, etc.).

Feminist ethics and philosophy.

Queer theory and its evolution.

Post-structuralist perspectives on gender.

Masculinities Studies:

Masculinities and gender identity.

Men's health (physical and mental).

Fatherhood and parenting.

Men and relationships.

Men in education and the workplace.

Men and media representation.

Men and violence prevention.

Toxic masculinity and homophobia.

Social and Cultural Issues:

Gender and Culture:

Gender roles in different cultural contexts.

Gender and popular culture.

Gender in literature and media.

Visual representations of gender and sexuality through time.

Gender and Rights:

LGBTQ+ rights and legal systems.

Transgender rights and challenges.

Reproductive rights and justice.

Marriage equality and parenthood.

Anti-gender movements and their impact.

Gender-Based Violence:

Combating gender-based violence (prevention, intervention, community solutions).

Violence against women (sexual, emotional, financial).

Domestic violence and its gendered dimensions.

Gender and Social Movements:

History of LGBTQ+ movements and activism.

Feminist activism and its contemporary forms.

Community engagement and activism in gender and sexuality.

The role of social media in LGBTQ+ advocacy.

Gender and Health:

LGBTQ+ health and well-being issues.

Trans-affirmative healthcare and standards of care.

Mental health in LGBTQ+ communities.

The intersection of HIV prevention and sexual health.

Gender and Education:

Gender nonconforming children in schools.

Bullying in schools and anti-bullying efforts.

Inclusive sex education and its impact.

Gender and educational attainment.

Gender and Work:

Gender equality in the workplace (pay gap, discrimination, representation).

Breaking down LGBTQ+ barriers in different industries.

Policies and progress in shaping workplace experiences.

Gender roles and career choices.

Gender and Technology:

Gender and technological innovations.

Social media as a lifeline for LGBTQ+ community support.

Confronting hate speech and harassment online.

Experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in online gaming communities.

Online platforms' role in shaping beauty standards.

Activism in the age of algorithms.

Virtual support and its impact on LGBTQ+ mental health.

Gender and Religion/Spirituality:

Integration of LGBTQ+ people in different faiths.

New elements brought to faith traditions by LGBTQ+ individuals.

LGBTQ+ themes in religious texts.

Use of religious texts to justify mistreatment of LGBTQ+ people.

Experiences of being LGBTQ+ and religious.

Gender and Family:

Changing gender roles in families.

LGBTQ+ parenting and adoption.

Family dynamics and well-being across LGBTQ+ identities.

Navigating family relationships in coming out.

Cultural factors and family acceptance in LGBTQ+ communities.

Intergenerational LGBTQ+ experiences in families.

Historical and Global Perspectives:

History of Gender and Sexuality:

Historical exploration of gender roles.

Transgender history and pioneers.

Lesbian and gay history and the development of identity.

History of bisexuality as an identity.

Influence of cultural norms and attitudes across time periods.

LGBTQ+ marches and political movements.

Global and Transnational Issues:

How LGBTQ+ people experience life in different countries.

Comparison of laws and culture worldwide.

LGBTQ+ rights and challenges globally.

Globalization and shifting attitudes towards gender and sexuality.

Colonialism's impact on traditional gender and sexuality norms.

Interdisciplinary Approaches:

The intersection of gender studies with other disciplines (sociology, psychology, history, literature, media studies, law, medicine, etc.).

Methodological innovations in interdisciplinary gender and sexuality research.

The role of interdisciplinary studies in addressing pressing global issues through a gender lens.

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