Bao-Thi Van Cong

Bao-Thi Van Cong is a PhD Student and Guest Researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work centers on promoting social justice through understanding solidarity and social change in locally embedded contexts, with a focus on Danish queer spaces. She integrates qualitative and quantitative methods to explore intersectional perspectives within LGBTQIA+ communities.

Her research interests include intergroup relations, social change, social movements, and mixed methods. Specifically, she investigates queer perspectives on allyship, the recognition of ethnic minorities within LGBTQIA+ communities, and factors driving intra- and intergroup solidarity with racialized queer communities. Her work aims to shed light on the necessary actions and actors for advancing social justice in diverse settings.

Her recent publication in the British Journal of Social Psychology examines minority perspectives on allyship in Danish queer spaces. The research highlights the complexities of solidarity across ethnic and sexual minority lines, emphasizing the role of intersectionality in building inclusive social movements. This work contributes to understanding how marginalized groups navigate allyship and group boundaries.

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