Transgender individuals have been the primary architects of much of the language and aesthetics used in LGBTQ+ culture today.
A common point of confusion within broader culture is the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity.
The push for gender-neutral pronouns (they/them/ze) and inclusive language originated within trans and non-binary circles and has since permeated mainstream corporate and social environments.
Trans people face higher rates of workplace discrimination and housing instability compared to cisgender gay and lesbian individuals.
Transgender women of color experience disproportionately high rates of violence.