Don't expect LGBTQ+ people to be your only source of education. Research history and current issues independently.

Who you are attracted to (e.g., Gay, Bisexual, Asexual).

The acronym stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (or Questioning). The "+" represents the many other identities, such as Intersex, Asexual, and Pansexual.

The process of changing one's appearance or legal status to align with their gender identity. This can be social (changing names/pronouns), medical (hormones/surgery), or legal (updating IDs).