: Cultivating respect through the use of proper terminology and understanding diverse experiences.
: Transgender activists were instrumental in the early queer liberation movement, including the landmark 1969 Stonewall Uprising, which sparked the modern fight for employment, military, and marriage equality.
For those looking to learn more or offer support, organizations like the Human Rights Campaign provide resources on how to be an effective ally, while the American Psychological Association offers in-depth clinical information on gender identity. Defining LGBTQ+ - The Center