Tahanan at Kalayaan: The Narratives of Filipino LGBTQIA+ Gen Z Young Adults on Living in a Religious Household - Original Research Article

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The intersection of sexual identity and religious beliefs remains complex and contentious for LGBTQIA+ young adults raised in religious households. This narrative study examines lived experiences of individuals aged 18–25, analyzing interviews through narrative analysis to understand self-perception, emotional well-being, and family and community interactions. Findings show perceived safety shifting after familial rejection and invalidation, driving concealment due to fear of negative consequences and highlighting acceptance challenges and emotional toll.

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Volume 1, Issue 7, 2025 ISSN: 3107-359X (Online) | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Tahanan at Kalayaan: The Narratives of Filipino LGBTQIA+ Gen Z Young Adults on Living in a Religious Household
Chloe Jane J. Tubig, CHRA1*; Camile Allyanah R. Mapanao, CHRA2 ; Aira Lyn C. San Diego, CHRA3 ; John Robby O. Robinos, Ph.D4, Dana Allyssa Lontoc – Arahan, MA, RGC5 | | | | | | | | 1,2,3,4,5 College of Arts, Sciences, and Education – University of Perpetual Help System DALTA – Molino Campus | | | | | | | | *Corresponding Author: Chloe Jane J. Tubig, CHRA DOI: [https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17057565](https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17057565) | | | | | | | | | Article History | | Abstract | | | | | | Original Research Article | | The intersection of sexual identity and religious beliefs remains complex and often contentious. LGBTQIA+ young adults raised in religious households’face challenges that influence their sense of belonging, mental health, and identity formation. This study explores their lived experiences, focusing on how religious beliefs shape self-perception, emotional well-being, and social interactions within their families and communities. Using a narrative research design, in-depth interviews were conducted with LGBTQIA+ individuals aged 18– 25 who were raised in religious households. These narratives were transcribed and analyzed using narrative analysis. Findings indicate that while participants initially perceived their homes as safe spaces, this perception changed due to familial rejection and invalidation. The internal conflict between personal identity and religious teachings led to fear of negative consequences, compelling many to conceal their identities. This study highlights the ongoing struggle for acceptance within religious family structures and the emotional toll it takes on individuals. The findings emphasize the need for open dialogue, increased awareness, and inclusive environments where LGBTQIA+ individuals can reconcile their identities with their faith. This study provides insights into the complex relationship between religion and LGBTQIA+ identities in the Philippines, underscoring the importance of fostering support systems to promote acceptance and mental well-being.
Keywords: Discrimination, Family, LGBTQIA+, Reconciliation, Religion. | | | | | | Received: 20-08-2025 | | | | | | | | Accepted: 01-09-2025 | | | | | | | | Published: 04-09-2025 | | | | | | | | Copyright © 2025 The Author(s): This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC) which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium for noncommercial use provided the original author and source are credited. | | | | | | | | Citation: Chloe Jane J. Tubig, CHRA; Camile Allyanah R. Mapanao, CHRA; Aira Lyn C. San Diego, CHRA; John Robby O. Robinos, Ph.D, Dana Allyssa Lontoc – Arahan, MA, RGC, (2025), Tahanan at Kalayaan: The Narratives of Filipino LGBTQIA+ Gen Z Young Adults on Living in a Religious Household, UKR Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (UKRJAHSS), volume 1(7), 37-46. | | | | | | | 1.0 Introduction
The link between sexual identity and religious beliefs intoday's society is still complex and often controversial. Young adults who identify as LGBTQIA+ may find it difficult to deal with their identity in a religious home given that spiritual teachings and expectations from family may not align with their views on acceptance and selfexpression. Inclusivity within this context can be very challenging, as some religious ideologies may not always accept different sexual identities. This can lead to rejection

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What research question guides the study on LGBTQIA+ young adults in religious households?

The study explores how religious beliefs shape self-perception, emotional well-being, and social interactions within families and communities for LGBTQIA+ young adults.

How was the study conducted?

A narrative research design was used, with in-depth interviews conducted with LGBTQIA+ individuals aged 18–25 raised in religious households, followed by narrative analysis.

What major finding describes participants’ early and later views of their homes?

Participants initially perceived their homes as safe spaces, but that perception changed due to familial rejection and invalidation.

Sep 21, 2026

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