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A socio-cultural discourse study of cultural-political elites' stances on LGBTI+ identities and practices in Ghana

Sociology

A socio-cultural discourse study of cultural-political elites' stances on LGBTI+ identities and practices in Ghana

D. Puorideme and A. L. Diedong

This study by Dennis Puorideme and Africanus Lewil Diedong explores the complex discourse surrounding LGBTI+ issues in Ghana. It reveals how cultural essentialism creates barriers to understanding diverse sexual identities and calls for essential intercultural dialogue.

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Abstract
This study employed qualitative methodology and engaged discourse theory and method to analyse cultural-political elites' discursive practices and stances on LGBTI+ discourse in Ghana. The study demonstrates that essentialising Ghanaian cultures and traditions limits socio-cultural interpretation of LGBTI+ discourse, leading to ambiguities and contradictions. Different social actors hold divergent positions. Understanding sexuality in non-western societies requires dialogue and intercultural engagement.
Publisher
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Nov 02, 2023
Authors
Dennis Puorideme, Africanus Lewil Diedong
Tags
LGBTI+ discourse
Ghana
cultural politics
discourse theory
social actors
intercultural engagement
sexuality
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