An umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.
Using someone’s correct pronouns is a fundamental way to affirm their identity. If you aren't sure, it is okay to ask politely or share your own first.
In modern Western history, trans activists were instrumental in the earliest civil rights battles:
Years before Stonewall, trans women and drag queens in Los Angeles fought back against random police arrests.
Don't rely on trans people to do the "emotional labor" of teaching you. Use resources from organizations like Stonewall or GLAAD to learn on your own.
