Visual of Queer Theory

1. Queer Theory

2. What is Heteronormativity?
1
Heterosexual
(Straight) Man
1
Heterosexual
(Straight)
Woman
In a Relationship
with
This is what Society deems as the
“Norm”
Heteronormity is the socially constructed norm that a
strictly heterosexual relationship/Interaction is the basis for
what is deemed normal

3. What Does Queer Mean?
Anything that doesnt conform to the socially accepted norm of a
heterosexual relationship can fall under the ubrella of “Queer”. Please note
that who falls under this umbrella is fluid and ever changing. And as social
norms change, So does what is considered Queer. Therefore what you see
here can be considered only scratching the surface.
Gay Man Gay Man Lesbian Woman Lesbian Woman
Polyamory (Multiple consenting partners)
Bisexual Man
Bisexual Woman
or or or
or or or
Transexual Man Transexual Woman
In a relationship with any of the
previously mentioned Genders
or sexualitys.

4. What Is Queer Theory?
Think of Queer theory as a Filtering lense. As which to
look at a heteronormative standard from the viewpoint
of Queer experiences/characteristics
Heteronormative
Situation/Relationship/Interaction
The process of using Queer Theory to do this is called
“Queering”

5. What is Queer Theory? (Cont)
That Lens is then used to challenge existing Theories,
Situations, and experiences that only consider the
“normal” perspectives of heterosexuality
It is also used to expose biases and explore areas of research
and communication previously untouched due to their
perceived “taboo” nature”

6. Best Practice
While Queer Theory may be hard to fully define. To use it effectively in research, life, or to
observe communication studies. Just apply the thought process of “How would this be different
if it were a queer person”