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Identity processes among gay and bisexual men of religious faith

30 April 2024, 1:15 pm–2:15 pm

Time lapse of exhibition. Image: Unsplash.

Join this event to hear Rusi Jaspal explore how gay and bisexual men of faith reconcile religious and sexual identities.

This event is free.

Event Information

Open to

All

Availability

Yes

Cost

Free

Organiser

Jonathan Galton

Location

Room G03
26 Bedford Way
London
WC1H 0AP

This seminar will examine identity processes among gay and bisexual men of religious faith (GBMRF) through the lens of identity process theory from social psychology.

Drawing on data from several qualitative and quantitative studies conducted in various countries (including the UK, Lebanon, Iran and Colombia), the seminar will explore how GBMRF understand their religion and sexuality, how they attempt to reconcile these elements of identity and the impact of their identity configuration for feelings of self-esteem, self-efficacy, continuity and distinctiveness.


This event will be particularly useful for those interested in sexuality, religion, identity, psychology and queer theory.


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About the Speaker

Professor Rusi Jaspal

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) and Professor of Psychology at the University of Brighton

He is the author of over 200 books, journal articles, book chapters and reports, focusing mainly on the psychological aspects of identity.