Global Perspectives On Queerness : Identity, Expression and Experience

This book offers a global exploration of queer identities, experiences, and expressions.This anthology will collect chapters from scholars, activists, and community leaders worldwide to present a multifaceted understanding of what it means to be queer in different cultural, social, and political contexts. The editor aims to highlight both commonalities and differences in the way queerness is experienced and expressed globally, fostering a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of queer identity.This book will be an amalgamation of contributions that will analyze: The evolving definitions and meanings of "queer”; Historical and cultural contexts shaping queer identities, Intersectionality in queer experiences (race, ethnicity, class, religion, etc.).; Legal, social, and political challenges faced by queer individuals across different regions.; Case studies, personal narratives, and community-based research on queer identities.