Kønsnormer til forhandling – Ikke-binæres erfaringer i den normative familie

Sammanfattning

This thesis examines how non-binary people are challenged by gendered expectations in their families. From the perspective of standpoint feminism the experiences of six non-binary people are given voice to through qualitative group interviews. Aiming for a gentler approach to knowledge production, a reciprocal interview design was chosen, incorporating group exercises where participants where able to share tools for how to live out their gender identities within their families. A thematic analytical approach was employed to organise and explore the empirical data. With the framework of Butler’s heterosexual matrix this thesis explores how the lack of acception of non-binary identity has relational consequences for the family bond, ultimately resulting in internalised feelings such as loneliness and exclusion. By applying Butler’s gender performativity theory, the analysis examines how non-binary individuals themselves contribute to the extension of gender norms within the family. Lastly, this study highlights that the family reproduces cis- and heteronormative expectations around gender, while accepting family members can simultaneously create spaces for the broadening of gender norms.