Familiarize yourself with terms through resources like the UCSF LGBTQ Resource Center to ensure respectful communication. Defining LGBTQ+ - The Center

The "T" in LGBTQ+ represents the transgender community, standing alongside lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and other identities. LGBTQ+ Culture and History

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

The transgender community is a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ culture, contributing to a diverse social fabric built on shared experiences of identity and a history of advocacy. Defining the Community

Take time to learn about the transgender experience and the specific challenges the community faces.