The transgender community and LGBTQ+ culture are defined by a rich history of resilience, diverse identities, and a continuous struggle for equality. While "LGBTQ+" is often used as an umbrella term, the transgender community has unique needs and histories that distinct from those based solely on sexual orientation. Understanding the Transgender Community
: Many cultures have long-standing traditions of gender diversity. For example, some Native American cultures honor Two-Spirit individuals, roles that were historically suppressed but are now being revived.
The transgender community includes individuals whose gender identity—their internal sense of being male, female, or another gender—differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.