Methodological Challenges and Sine Qua Nons for Research on LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Public Spaces

Public spaces, inclusive of all types of people, serve as a great way to promote social relations among the community members. However, when we talk about the LGBTQ+ community, they are often not openly welcomed by the heteronormative population. The existing literature on LGBTQ+ is limited to lifestyle, mental health, and their inclusion in workspaces, but their inclusion in public spaces is largely neglected. The present work discusses the requirements for LGBTQ+ inclusion research, commonly occurring challenges, and the potential steps to overcome identified challenges...