Queer Communities and Activism in South Korea: Periphery-Center Currents

Phillips, Joe; Yi, Joseph

doi:10.1080/00918369.2019.1616432

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“…Minority gender and sexual identities in South Korea express their sexuality in bars, clubs, and networking sites, such as "Identity", a dating portal for gay men in South Korea (Yang, 2013in Phillips & Yi, 2019. Most Koreans are given some space to express themselves through internet communities because they usually avoid exposing their sexuality in the offline world.…”

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“…Most Koreans are given some space to express themselves through internet communities because they usually avoid exposing their sexuality in the offline world. Still, there are few small districts like Jong-ro and Itaewon in Seoul with bars, shops, and LGBT+ friendly cafés (Phillips & Yi, 2019). South Korea is also a leader in information technology and overseas education.…”

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The Representation of Non-Heterosexuality in YouTube: Study on K-Pop Girl Group Music Video

Putri

2021

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Since the late 2000s, the Korean pop music industry (K-pop) has made significant progress outperforming the music industry of other countries. The abundance of South Korean media content showing the concept of “Girl Band” is engaging because of changes in gender representation in the Korean pop music industry. This study focuses on the representation of non-heterosexuality in the music videos of the K-Pop girl groups Mamamoo, Loona, and Red Velvet. The Music Video (MV) of the three girl bands shows other sexual orientations, as is often shown in the South Korean media. By observing the three music videos, the author found that South Korea has begun to represent several sexualities and genders that exist through the KPop industry. This study aims to analyze how the South Korean entertainment industry began to represent non-heterosexuality in the music video clips of K-Pop girl groups. The method used in the study uses a qualitative approach with semiotic analysis by John Fiske. The results of this study indicate the existence of a non-heterosexual ideology implied by the three girl groups through the content in the music video uploaded on the Youtube media platform

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The Representation of Non-Heterosexuality in YouTube: Study on K-Pop Girl Group Music Video

Putri

2021

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“…The possible reasons for this surge could range from enhanced healthcare accessibility to broader societal acceptance, leading to a heightened cumulative identification of cases. 12 …”

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An Analysis of the Demographics and Clinical Characteristics of Transgender and Intersex Populations in Korea: A Retrospective Study Using HIRA Database

Kim,

Hwang,

Lee

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J Korean Med Sci

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Background Transgender and intersex populations have long remained under-documented in South Korea, largely due to the absence of comprehensive epidemiological data. With increasing societal acknowledgment, there's an urgent need to understand the demographics and health challenges faced by these communities. Methods This retrospective, large-scale data study included people who received the F64 codes from the Korean Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service between January 2007 and December 2021. Demographics, gender-affirmative treatments, and psychiatric related medications were examined. Results Between 2007 and 2021, 8,602 patients were diagnosed with “gender identity disorder” and 45 with “intersex.” A steadily increasing annual prevalence was observed, peaking at 986 cases in 2021. The majority (79.8%) were aged between 10 and 30. Nearly half (53.2%) exhibited mental and behavioral disorders. Two-thirds had been prescribed anxiolytics or sedatives either before or after diagnosis. Merely 12.1% received hormone therapy covered by health insurance. Conclusion This is the first large-scale study highlighting the demographics and clinical characteristics of the transgender and intersex populations in Korea. The study reveals a consistent growth of these communities over the past 15 years, with a significant proportion under 30 years of age facing mental and behavioral challenges. Findings underscore the need for targeted healthcare interventions, early psychological support, and comprehensive insurance coverage tailored to the specific needs of these individuals in Korea.

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“…In the last 20 years, there has been an incremental change in societal attitudes toward sexual minorities in Korea ( Youn, 2018 ), and LGBT social movements and communities have grown ( Phillips and Yi, 2020 ). In addition, there has been a rapid increase in academic research and publishing on the topic of sexual minorities in Korea ( Namkoong and Park, 2020 ).…”

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The Experiences Surrounding Romantic Relationships of Korean Bisexual Individuals

Park

2023

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionIn recent years, the level of social and academic interest in sexual minorities has been gradually increasing. However, studies on bisexual individuals and the data on experiences of bisexual individuals outside the United States are scarce.MethodsTo decrease the gap in the literature, this study examined the experiences of South Korean bisexual individuals in the context of romantic relationships via semi-structured, in-depth interviews. Participants were recruited through online-based platforms, and the interview with eight participants was analyzed.ResultsFive main themes were identified: discovering myself as bisexual, being exposed to discrimination and exclusion, being affected by the sex of a romantic partner, protecting myself when engaging in a romantic relationship, and benefits of a romantic relationship.DiscussionThe findings suggest that Korea’s heteronormative system and culture were the major challenges perceived by the participants. In conclusion, this study illustrates how sociocultural norms, social acceptance, and recognition affect bisexual identity in a romantic relationship.

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Queer Communities and Activism in South Korea: Periphery-Center Currents

Cited by 11 publications

References 20 publications

The Representation of Non-Heterosexuality in YouTube: Study on K-Pop Girl Group Music Video

The Representation of Non-Heterosexuality in YouTube: Study on K-Pop Girl Group Music Video

An Analysis of the Demographics and Clinical Characteristics of Transgender and Intersex Populations in Korea: A Retrospective Study Using HIRA Database

The Experiences Surrounding Romantic Relationships of Korean Bisexual Individuals

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