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An examination of poverty and sexual orientation in the UK

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: Is there a link between sexuality and poverty? If so, has this relationship changed over time? What anti-poverty policies might be relevant to address issues related to sexuality and poverty? The report synthesises literature and adds top-line findings from the UK Household Longitudinal Study. It finds that gay men, and bisexual men and women experience some degree of material disadvantage as compared to heterosexuals. Lesbian disadvantage may be more related to their status as women than their sexuality. Recommendations concern alleviating sexuality related homelessness, school bullying, health inequalities, earnings disparities and social care needs in old age.

Source: Open Access at Essex (University of Essex)

Author: S.C. Noah Uhrig

Institution: University of Essex

Language: English

Topic: LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, No poverty, Gender equality

Open Access status: green

Funder: Joseph Rowntree Foundation

OpenAlex ID: W43356213