Rights-based reasoning in discussions about lesbian and gay issues: implications for moral educators

ELLIS, S. J. (2004). Rights-based reasoning in discussions about lesbian and gay issues: implications for moral educators. Journal of Moral Education, 33 (1), 71-86.

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Abstract

Despite a paucity of psychological research exploring the interface between lesbian and gay issues and human rights, a human rights framework has been widely adopted in debates to gain equality for lesbians and gay men. Given this prominence within political discourse of human rights as a framework for the promotion of positive social change for lesbians and gay men, the aim of this study was to explore the extent to which rights-based arguments are employed when talking about lesbian and gay issues in a social context. An analysis of six focus group discussions with students showed that when lesbian and gay issues are discussed, rights-based reasoning is employed intermittently, and in relation to certain issues more so than others. The implications of these findings for moral education aimed at promoting positive social change for lesbians and gay men are discussed.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	human rights, equality, homosexuality
Research Institute, Centre or Group - Does NOT include content added after October 2018:	Psychology Research Group
Identification Number:	https://doi.org/10.1080/0305724042000200001
Page Range:	71-86
Depositing User:	Ann Betterton
Date Deposited:	03 Aug 2007
Last Modified:	18 Mar 2021 13:33
URI:	https://shura.shu.ac.uk/id/eprint/116

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