Authors : Airine A. Bermudez; Chrislet M. Ariola; Mariane A. Baldonaza; Romarc B. Coronel

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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Abstract : The research investigates how young adults (18-25 years) and elders (40 years above) view the LGBTQIA+ community. The growing acceptance of LGBTQIA+ individuals leads to different perspectives between younger and older generations which affects community attitudes and unity and development. The main goal of this research is to eliminate the age differences in LGBTQIA+ matters while creating welcoming spaces for all members of the community regardless of their gender. The study employed a quantitative research approach with 30 participants who belonged to various age groups. The research investigates how social factors together with personal experiences and information availability create different viewpoints. The Likert scale data revealed that social acceptance and media representation and personal interactions strongly affect the perspectives of each age group. Both age groups agree that meeting LGBTQIA+ people leads to better understanding. Younger individuals show higher levels of openness while actively pursuing knowledge about LGBTQIA+ experiences. The older generation shows more concern about how LGBTQIA+ inclusion might affect community cohesion even though community perspectives remain mostly positive. The study revealed important differences in community perspectives yet no substantial variations in social interactions or overall life satisfaction. The research demonstrates how awareness programs and educational initiatives serve as essential tools to unite different generations while creating an inclusive environment that benefits all community members. The research provides essential knowledge to develop an inclusive and peaceful environment for the LGBTQIA+ community.

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