An internal sense of being male, female, or non-binary.

: Use inclusive terms like "partner" instead of "husband" or "wife" to avoid misgendering or making assumptions. Actionable Allyship

“transsexual” (outdated for many), “tranny” (slur), “shemale” (porn term, deeply offensive), “identifies as” (instead: “is a trans woman”), “preferred pronouns” (just say “pronouns”), “born in the wrong body” (overly simplistic).

To understand the transgender community is to understand the "T" in LGBTQ. This article explores the intertwined histories, shared struggles, evolving language, and future challenges of the transgender community within the broader context of LGBTQ culture.

The community has a rich history of creative output that challenges mainstream norms and provides a voice for marginalized experiences. Challenges & Representation

have taken significant steps or made life decisions—such as considering moving states or changing jobs—in response to anti-LGBTQ politics or laws. Discrimination Rates 64% of LGBTQ adults