A VIRTUAL SAFE SPACE? AN APPROACH OF INTERSECTIONALITY AND SOCIAL IDENTITY TO BEHAVIOR IN VIRTUAL...

Explores the concept of virtual spaces as safe environments for marginalized individuals.

Overview

Authors: Kata Szita

Publication Date: 2022

Link: https://jdsr.se/ojs/index.php/jdsr/article/view/91/67

Keywords: social virtual reality, intersectionality, social identity, virtual body, avatar, Virtual spaces, Marginalized individuals, Online platforms, Safe environments, Discrimination, Digital exclusion, Harassment, Inclusive environments

Type: Peer-Reviewed Journals/White Papers

Summary

Explores the concept of virtual spaces as safe environments for marginalized individuals. It investigates how online platforms create and sustain these spaces and whether they can serve as genuine refuges from discrimination. The study delves into the dynamics of safety and support within virtual communities, highlighting challenges such as digital exclusion, harassment, and the complexities of creating truly inclusive environments.