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

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