: A term for people whose gender identity aligns with the sex assigned at birth.

: Patrons of the Stonewall Inn in NYC, led notably by trans women of color like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera , rioted against a police raid, sparking the modern gay rights movement.

: How a person presents their gender outwardly through clothing, hair, or behavior.

: An adjective for those whose gender identity falls outside the categories of "man" or "woman".

: An umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned to them at birth. Gender Identity vs. Expression :

Understanding the transgender community and LGBTQ+ culture involves recognizing the rich history, diverse identities, and unique symbols that define this global community.

: The 2010s saw major legal shifts, including the 2015 U.S. Supreme Court decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide. Cultural Symbols & Icons Understanding the Transgender Community - HRC

: Transgender women and drag queens in San Francisco resisted police harassment three years before Stonewall.