LGBTQ Rights Movement in Contemporary Australia — a sociological perspective

LGBTQ Rights Movement in Contemporary Australia — a sociological perspective

Australia’s LGBTQ rights movement today sits at an uneasy but consequential crossroads. Over the past decade the country has moved from a bitter national debate about same-sex marriage to a period of substantial legal advances — while also confronting new flashpoints around religious exemptions, trans youth health, and the policing of hate and speech. This … Read more

Political Sociology of Australia: Democracy, Policy, and Power

Political Sociology of Australia: Democracy, Policy, and Power

Introduction Political sociology examines the relationship between society and political institutions, focusing on how power, authority, and governance are shaped by social structures. In the Australian context, political sociology offers valuable insights into how democracy functions within a multicultural, settler-colonial society shaped by class divisions, Indigenous struggles, global capitalism, and evolving state policies. Australia is … Read more