Category: Feminism

Violence is usually discussed within the context of heterosexual families and social groups.  It’s widely assumed that people in same-sex households, communities, and relationships are either incapable of causing harm to each other, or that their needs can’t be met by mainstream anti-violence groups.  As a result, significant issues like intimate partner violence or the particular needs of transgender youth seeking shelter from abusive homes are not addressed.  This leaves portions of the LGBTQ community without the conventional resources available to heterosexuals who seek relief from abuse.