Many contemporary young LGBTQ+ people amongst these participants are big consumers of video content (on social media – mainly TikTok and YouTube but also Twitch, Discord and Twitter), music, films, gaming and TV or streaming services. They seek out content that:
- represents themselves or the LGBTQ+ community
- provides role models or examples of lived experience (good for themselves and to help educate others e.g. family members)
- shows people being true to their complete selves
- gives a sense of belonging
- provides fun entertainment
- offers a topic of rich conversation with their friends
