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Abstract
Background
LGBTQ+ activism may provide sexual and gender minorities (SGMs) with psychological benefits, buffering minority stressors.
Method
In the current study, SGM adults (N = 527) completed a mixed-methods survey, assessing participation in LGBTQ+ activism and associated outcomes.
Results
Most participants reported prior activism, including organizational involvement, attending Pride events, and educating others. Most participants indicated positive effects of activism and significantly higher well-being. Barriers to participation included outness, disability, and a lack of community acceptance; lack of participation was related to feelings of guilt and lack of community connection.
Conclusions
Activism may be one avenue for SGMs to build resilience while resisting oppression.
Disclosure statement
No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors.
Data availability statement
The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author, Sarah A. Job, upon reasonable request.