: Gender identity is one's internal sense of being a man, woman, neither, or both. It is distinct from sexual orientation; trans people may identify as straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or queer.

: The community experiences unemployment at roughly twice the rate of the general population. Transgender people of color face even higher rates of poverty and homelessness.

: Transgender adults are nearly four times as likely as cisgender adults to experience mental health conditions, often due to discrimination and lack of supportive environments.

: Often held during Pride weeks to build community and advocate for human rights.

: Not everyone identifies within the binary of male or female. Many trans individuals identify as non-binary, genderqueer, agender, or genderfluid.

: LGBTQ+ individuals, including trans people, contribute significantly to societal values of acceptance, empathy, and resilience. Challenges & Disparities