LGBTQ+ is an evolving acronym used to describe diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
: Support organizations that provide direct aid, such as The Trevor Project for crisis intervention or the ACLU for legal rights.
: Most health experts agree that being transgender is not a choice, but rather a complex result of biological, psychological, and environmental factors.
: This common expansion stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and Two-Spirit.
This guide provides an overview of the transgender community and the broader LGBTQ+ culture, covering core terminology, history, and ways to be an effective ally. Understanding the LGBTQ+ Umbrella
"Transgender" is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity or expression differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.
: Often called "queer culture," this refers to the shared history, values, and expressions—such as Pride parades and specific art forms—created by these communities.


