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Title: Demographic influences on students' self-efficacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion: a quantitative study in higher education in Sri Lanka.
Authors: Chathuranga, M.M.N. (AUTHOR), Gunawardena, H.N.R. (AUTHOR), Dissanayake, T.W.M.P.S. (AUTHOR)
Source: Studies in Higher Education. Nov2025, Vol. 50 Issue 11, p2431-2447. 17p.
Subjects: Self-efficacy, Quantitative research, Sociodemographic factors, Student attitudes, Higher education, School environment, LGBTQ+ people
Geographic Terms: Sri Lanka
Abstract: The increasing demand for LGBTQ+ inclusive education has made it a significant area of contemporary higher education research. Understanding self-efficacy and its complexities is pivotal for effectively planning and executing LGBTQ+ inclusion initiatives in higher education settings. This study aims to assess the level of self-efficacy among students within a selected faculty of a state university in Sri Lanka regarding fostering LGBTQ+ inclusion. Additionally, this research explores whether demographic factors significantly influence undergraduates' self-efficacy in promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion. Inspired by the positivist paradigm, the study employed a survey strategy to gather quantitative data on students' self-efficacy to foster LGBTQ+ inclusion across various demographic factors. Conducted at the faculty level, researchers administered a structured questionnaire to collect responses from 324 participants. The findings revealed a moderate level of self-efficacy among undergraduates in interacting with LGBTQ+ peers. Moreover, students' gender, sexual orientation, English language proficiency, and educational upbringing significantly impacted students' self-efficacy in promoting LGBTQ+ inclusion. Conversely, ethnicity and religion showed no significant influence on self-efficacy in this context. These results underscore the critical role that universities can play in fostering inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ individuals in Sri Lanka. The results suggest that universities can enhance the self-efficacy of undergraduates through the implementation of targeted interventions, supportive policies, and comprehensive training programs. Accordingly, this research promotes LGBTQ+ inclusion and contributes to the development of a more inclusive and equitable educational environment for everyone. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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