Sometimes it is useful to get an overview of a topic before beginning your research in order to find a starting point. These resources will help you look into the history and background of LGBTQ studies and issues.
Reference Resources:
Gale Virtual Reference Library is an online collection of dozens of encyclopedias, handbooks, and guides. Type in your search term, or the title of a publication. Here are a few potential LGBTQ sources to look into, in addition to searching the reference database for keywords:
Encyclopedia of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered History in America
Encyclopedia of Sex and Gender: Men and Women in the World's Cultures
If you are trying to get a general overview of an issue (trans healthcare for example), track down a specific policy, law, or the background (legislative history) of a law, there are a few great options. These resources provide details, but also often share both sides of opposing arguments to current issues and policies:
