Being transgender is about , which is distinct from sexual orientation (who you are attracted to). Defining LGBTQ+ - The Center

An umbrella term for people whose gender identity—their internal sense of being male, female, or another gender—differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.

People born with biological traits that do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies.

Individuals who experience little to no sexual attraction.

The acronym represents a diverse spectrum of identities. Lesbian & Gay: Individuals attracted to the same gender. Bisexual: Individuals attracted to more than one gender.

A term for people whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth. 2. The Transgender Experience

Formerly a slur, this term has been reclaimed as a positive, inclusive way to describe the entire community or those with fluid identities.