#InternalizedHomophobia #Intersectionality #LGBTQ #Race #Religion #DownLow #Latino #Latinx #Black #AfricanAmerican Intersectionality explains how the notion of social injustice, such as racism, sexism, homophobia, and belief-based bigotry such as religion are not independent of one another; instead, they are interconnected, and thereby reflect an intersection in regards to social relationships. Although public opinion has shifted in the last 30 years, the social ostracism of gays, lesbians, and bisexuals have helped to reinforce those narrow societal norms. Some individuals may find it harder, to express their authentic self. According to (Kertzner, Meyer, Frost, & Stirratt, 2009), a person who is a sexual minority will benefit from participating in the gay community and receiving affirmative social standards. Disclosure of sexual identity increases the opportunity for an individual to identify with the in-group. Support and acceptance from the in-group correl