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4 - Advocacy, Society, and Policy Development for LGBTQ+ Affirmation

from Part I - Foundations of LGBTQ+ Affirmative Counseling

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  31 October 2024

By
Amney Harper  and
Teysha Bowser
Edited by
Jeffry Moe ,
Amber L. Pope ,
Dilani M. Perera  and
Narketta Sparkman-Key
Jeffry Moe
Affiliation:
Old Dominion University, Virginia
Amber L. Pope
Affiliation:
William & Mary
Dilani M. Perera
Affiliation:
Fairfield University, Connecticut
Narketta Sparkman-Key
Affiliation:
James Madison University, Virginia
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Summary

In this chapter we will explore historical and current advocacy efforts, societal issues, and polices that impact LGBTQ+ population. This chapter begins by providing a brief overview of important historical LGBTQ+ movements such as how factors like colonization impacted the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities and how the community engaged in revolution and action. This chapter will also explore how counselors can best advocate for LGBTQ+ individuals and populations. Current issues and trends will also be presented. The chapter will finish with a case study and a sample letter to policymakers supporting the rights of LGBTQ+ people.

Keywords

AdvocacypolicyLGBTQ+ rightssocial justice
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LGBTQ+ Affirmative Counseling
A Student and Practitioner Handbook
 , pp. 55 - 72
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2024

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