Plática as methodology and method: Using a critical lens to research AfroLatine and Queer Latine college experiences

This methodological paper adds to the growing empirical research on plática as methodology and method through a critical lens when researching with Latine populations, thus cultivating equitable educational and research systems for the 21st century. Using our dissertation studies as examples, which focus on AfroLatine/a/o activists and queer and trans-Latine students, we demonstrate how using plática methodology and methods enables transformative ways to center and research Latine experiences.

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Qualitative Research
Published
2026-04-06
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https://doi.org/10.1177/14687941261420108
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LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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Plática as methodology and method: Using a critical lens to research AfroLatine and Queer Latine college experiences

Marinel Martinez-Benyarko, Sergio A. Gonzalez
Qualitative Research
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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Plática as methodology and method: Using a critical lens to research AfroLatine and Queer Latine college experiences

Marinel Martinez-Benyarko, Sergio A. Gonzalez
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Abstract

This methodological paper adds to the growing empirical research on plática as methodology and method through a critical lens when researching with Latine populations, thus cultivating equitable educational and research systems for the 21st century. Using our dissertation studies as examples, which focus on AfroLatine/a/o activists and queer and trans-Latine students, we demonstrate how using plática methodology and methods enables transformative ways to center and research Latine experiences.

Qualitative Research
Duquesne University (US), University of Maryland, College Park (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 19%
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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