Date of Publication
2-2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
Subject Categories
Gender and Sexuality
College
Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education
Department/Unit
Counseling and Educational Psychology
Thesis Advisor
Nino Jose C. Mateo
Defense Panel Chair
Estesa Xaris Q. Legaspi
Defense Panel Member
John Addy S. Garcia
Jerome A. Ouano
John Jamir Benzon R. Aruta
Sophia Almeniana Mendoza
Abstract/Summary
Tolerance lies in the gray area between discrimination and acceptance and is often considered a virtue in educational settings. While it may prevent overt exclusion, tolerance alone does not promote genuine inclusivity. This usually leaves marginalized groups grappling with uncertainty, which can undermine their self-esteem and sense of belonging. This study investigated the nuanced experience of being tolerated, focusing on how sexual minority educators navigate the challenging space between marginalization and inclusion. Fifteen Filipino gay teachers aged 24 to 45 from various basic education settings in Cavite and Metro Manila were interviewed employing a Qualitative Descriptive Research Design (Creswell & Creswell, 2022), lensed through a Transformative Paradigm (Mertens, 2008) and guided by the Social Identity Threat Model (Verkuyten et al., 2020). Data were analyzed through Reflexive Thematic Analysis (Braun & Clarke, 2006). They revealed five key themes: (1) being closely monitored, (2) struggling to manage conflicting identities, (3) difficulty navigating uncertainties of inclusion, (4) undermining professional credibility, and (5) actively pursuing inclusivity. The findings also indicate that being tolerated, although seemingly positive, can pose significant threats to the social identity of Filipino gay teachers, impacting their self-esteem, sense of belonging, control, certainty, and authenticity. This study contributes to the broader discussion on LGBTQ+ inclusion in education, providing valuable insights for policymakers, counselors, other mental health professionals, and advocates seeking to establish supportive and inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ educators in the Philippines.
Keywords: tolerance, Filipino gay teachers, LGBTQ+ educators, sexual minority, transformative research
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Electronic
Keywords
Gay teachers—Philippines
Recommended Citation
Pinggolio, J. V. (2025). G(r)ay expectations: Filipino gay teachers' experiences of being tolerated through a transformative lens. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etdd_counseling/12
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2-28-2025
