Untwisting the Two Identity Strands in the LGBTQIAA+ Community
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Authors
Walker-Roberts, Gary
Grieser, Narissa
Issue Date
2024-07-17
Type
Other
Language
en
Keywords
lgbtqiaa+ , gender , sexuality , identity
Alternative Title
Abstract
This Open Education Resource (OER) educational white paper untwists the two identity stands (gender identities and lovealities/sexualities) that form the LGBTQIAA+ Community. Many people ask, “How did gender identities (beyond the binary gender system) and lovealities/sexualities (beyond the romantic love/sex between a male and a female) become twisted together to form one community?" Dr. Walker-Roberts to provide their insight on the question by covering the following topics: LGBTQIAA+ key identity terms, a brief history of two events that forced the identities to form a community, and gender identity and lovealities/sexuality terminology. A comprehensive review of each identity strand is provided independently from each other. A re-imaged conversational flow is presented so people can avoid the unproductive apologetic cycle when incorrect assumptions are made regarding the two ways in which people identify. When people face new ideas, skills, concepts, and beliefs, they must accept using the growth heartset theory before relying on the growth mindset theory. The growth mindset theory is well-known, whereas the growth heartset theory is new. An explanation of the characteristics of the growth heartset theory is explained in this OER educational white paper.
Description
Gary Simeon Walker-Roberts, Ph.D. (they/ them/theirs), is a proud LGTBQIAA+ scholar who began their educational journey at the local community college in California. After earning an Associates of Arts in Arts and Humanities at Los Medanos College, Dr. Gary earned a Bachelor of Arts in Ethnic Studies, Gender and Sexualities at California State University, East Bay (CSUEB). Thereafter, they earned a Master of Arts in English at Arizona State University and obtained a Doctor of Philosophy in Education with a specialization in E-Learning at legacy Northcentral University, now known as National University (NU). Dr. Gary is a Professor in the Global Innovation, Social Emotional Learning, and Education Technology (GSET) of the Sanford College of Education at NU. Dr. Gary enjoys their role as Professor, Dissertation Committee Chair, and Subject Matter Expert where they successfully facilitate doctoral candidates to reach their terminal degrees. Dr. Gary is a proud member of the National University System’s Social Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (S-JEDI) Council where they champion the Inclusive Excellence Framework with a focus on LGTBQIAA+ inclusion and equity at NU. Lastly, Dr. Gary is a prestigious 2023 Award-winning National University Faculty Member: Jerry C. Lee Presidential Award.