While sexual orientation (who you are attracted to) and gender identity (who you are) are different, the trans community is a central part of LGBTQ+ culture due to shared histories of social marginalization and human rights advocacy.

Includes identities like intersex, asexual, pansexual, non-binary, and Two-Spirit. 2. The Transgender Community

Gender identity is an internal sense of being a man, woman, neither, or both; gender expression is how a person presents that identity outwardly through clothing, behavior, or voice.

Understanding the transgender community and broader LGBTQ+ culture involves exploring a rich history of advocacy, a diverse range of identities, and a unique set of shared values and terminology. 1. Defining the LGBTQ+ Community