COMUNIDAD LGBTIQ+ EN UN CONTEXTO RURAL Y LA FELICIDAD EN TIEMPOS DE PANDEMIA.

Social representations toward the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer community are framed in a social context influenced by upbringing and social imaginary. Given that these collectively and generationally elaborated ideas have affected the right to happiness of LGTBI+ groups, the main objective of this study was to reveal what these social representations are in a rural area of Palmar de Varela/Atlántico-Colombia, and how they have affected the right to happiness of these groups. Qualitative methodology applied to results obtained by open and in-depth interviews applied virtually to 12 participants was used to interpret social processes. Our analysis showed evidence of discrimination, negative opinions, little social interaction with people belonging to the group, lack of acceptance, lack of equality and little respect for the right to a full and happy life. The participants based their opinions primarily on beliefs instilled from generation to generation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]