: Focuses on the internal sense of being male, female, both, or neither.

"Transgender" (or "trans") serves as an umbrella term for a wide range of identities, including trans men, trans women, and non-binary or gender-fluid individuals. Though modern terminology emerged in the late 20th century, gender-diverse people have existed across all cultures throughout history. Key aspects of the trans experience often include: Gender Identity vs. Expression

And to the wider LGBTQ+ family: Keep showing up. Not just in June, but in the quiet moments—when a pronoun is corrected, a door is held open, a bill is fought, or a hand is simply offered.

: The term "transgender" (or "trans") serves as an umbrella for anyone whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. This includes binary (men and women) and nonbinary individuals.

Trans people face higher rates of workplace discrimination and housing instability compared to cisgender gay and lesbian individuals.

The transgender community is a diverse and vital part of broader LGBTQ culture, representing individuals whose gender identity