LGBTQ culture, or "queer culture," is defined by the shared experiences, values, and artistic expressions of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community.
Understanding the community begins with respecting the language individuals use to describe themselves:
Research into transgender identities continues to evolve. Some studies explored by Advocates for Trans Equality suggest links between gender identity and brain structure, while others look into hormonal influences. Regardless of the "why," the focus of modern LGBTQ culture is on fosterng an environment where stories are heard and experiences are supported. Understanding the Transgender Community - HRC
: "Transgender" is the preferred, politically correct term for general use. Shorthand like "trans" is also common, while older terms such as "transsexual" or "transvestite" are often seen as clinical or stigmatizing.
: A transgender woman is someone who was assigned male at birth but lives as a woman; a transgender man was assigned female at birth but lives as a man.
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