Understanding the transgender community and LGBTQ+ culture begins with recognizing that gender identity and sexual orientation are distinct facets of a person’s self. While sexual orientation refers to who a person is attracted to, gender identity is a person’s internal sense of being a man, woman, neither, or both. "Transgender" (or "trans") serves as an umbrella term for those whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.
Language is central to respect and inclusion within the community. Using appropriate terms helps create a supportive environment. Defining LGBTQ+ - The Center