Represents other diverse identities not explicitly named in the acronym. Understanding the Transgender Community LGBTQIA Resource Center Glossary - UC Davis
"Queer" is a reclaimed term for the broad community; "Questioning" refers to those exploring their identity.
The LGBTQ+ community is a diverse group of individuals united by their shared experiences with gender identity and sexual orientation that differ from cisgender and heterosexual norms.
Individuals born with biological traits that don't fit typical definitions of male or female.
A term specifically for Indigenous North American cultures describing those who embody both masculine and feminine spirits.
People whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth.
The acronym serves as an umbrella for various identities. While it frequently evolves to be more inclusive, common versions include : L – Lesbian: Women attracted to other women.
