The transgender community and LGBTQ culture face ongoing challenges, including:
: "Transgender" includes individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth [1, 5, 26]. This includes trans men, trans women, and non-binary or genderqueer individuals [1, 26]. Distinct from Orientation : Being transgender is about who you are , while sexual orientation is about who you are attracted to
Understanding the intersection—and the distinction—is the first step toward being a true ally. Let’s dive in.
