The process of changing one’s physical appearance or legal status to match their gender identity (can be social, legal, or medical).

An internal sense of being male, female, both, or neither.

A term used by some Indigenous North Americans for diverse gender/spiritual roles. 🎭 Culture and Lived Experience Cultural Competence in the Care of LGBTQ Patients - NCBI

The term (or trans ) is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.

"Cisgender" refers to people whose gender identity matches their birth-assigned sex. 🌈 The LGBTQ+ Umbrella

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the transgender community and broader LGBTQ+ culture. It covers terminology, cultural norms, historical context, and best practices for inclusion. 🏳️‍⚧️ Understanding Transgender Identity