Within LGBTQ+ culture, this distinction is vital. A transgender person can be gay, straight, bisexual, or asexual. By including the transgender community, the LGBTQ+ movement acknowledges that liberation requires dismantling both "heteronormativity" (the assumption that everyone is straight) and "cisnormativity" (the assumption that everyone identifies with the sex they were assigned at birth). Cultural Contributions and Language

Trans people are not a debate, a trend, or a monolith. They are your neighbors, coworkers, friends, and family. The best way to learn is to listen to trans voices, accept correction with grace, and show up consistently—not just when it’s comfortable.