Date of Award
Spring 2015
Document Type
Thesis
Terms of Use
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Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Educational Studies Department, Film & Media Studies Department
First Advisor
Lisa Smulyan
Second Advisor
Patricia White
Abstract
This thesis explores what elements of programming at the Attic Youth Center, a LG BTQ youth drop in center in Philadelphia, encourage identity development for both LGTBQ and ally youths. Through interviews and field notes, it argues that the Attic is a unique context for identity development because it not only provides space for youths to explore all elements of their personal and social identities -- not just their gender and sexuality, but more importantly because it equips youths with the skills needed to shape their own space, at the Attic and on social media.
Recommended Citation
Huang, Joan , '15, ""Very different from most other people": Identity Exploration and Development in Queer and Ally Youths in Out of School Programs and on Social Media" (2015). Senior Theses, Projects, and Awards. 429.
https://works.swarthmore.edu/theses/429