: The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) defines transgender as an umbrella term for people whose gender identity or expression differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.

: Gender diversity is not a modern or purely Western concept. Many cultures have historically recognized "third genders," such as Two-Spirit people in Indigenous North American societies or Brotherboys in Aboriginal cultures. Community Dynamics

The transgender community and LGBTQ+ culture encompass a vast spectrum of identities, histories, and social experiences . While often grouped under one umbrella, the transgender experience is distinct from sexual orientation; being transgender refers to one’s —a person’s internal sense of being a man, woman, non-binary, or another gender—regardless of who they are attracted to. Core Concepts & Identity

: LGBTQ+ culture increasingly recognizes gender as a spectrum rather than a binary. This includes identities like non-binary , gender-fluid , and agender .

LGBTQ+ culture is built on a shared history of advocacy for equal rights and visibility, often centered around community spaces and events. A Map of Gender-Diverse Cultures | Independent Lens - PBS