Abstract
Objective
The objective of this scoping review protocol is to review what has been reported on the development and the use of gender-affirming online resources and games for gender-independent, intersex, non-binary, and transgender (GIaNT) youth (aged 9–26).
Introduction
GIaNT youth and their specialized health care needs are mostly exempt from curriculums. There is limited information on the specific online sources available for GIaNT children and youth.
Inclusion criteria
The inclusion criteria are sources that include GIaNT children and youth and focus on online spaces and games for the identified population.
Methods
The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) method for scoping reviews has guided the development of this protocol. Databases to be searched include CINAHL, Cochrane, Epistemonikos, ERIC, Gender Studies Database, GenderWatch, LGBTQ+ Source, ProQuest, PyscInfo, and Scopus. Unpublished studies and gray literature searches will be undertaken in ProQuest thesis and dissertation and a limited number of relevant websites. No limit on date or region will be applied. Records will be screened and extracted by two independent reviewers. Results will be presented as tables with accompanying narrative summary.
Conclusion
This scoping review protocol will guide the review and mapping of literature on available sources for online spaces and games for GIaNT children and youth.
Funder
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)