Transgender women of color experience disproportionately high rates of violence.

A common point of confusion within broader culture is the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity.

Despite the "pride" of the umbrella, the transgender community often faces steeper hurdles than their cisgender (LGB) peers.

The transgender community and the broader LGBTQ+ culture are bound by a shared history of resistance, a common fight for civil rights, and a vibrant tapestry of shared spaces. While "LGBTQ+" serves as an umbrella term, the "T" represents a distinct journey of gender identity that has both anchored and revolutionized the movement.

This shared history created a foundation of solidarity. Transgender people provided the "radical" spark that demanded more than just tolerance; they demanded the right to exist authentically in public spaces. The "T" in the Umbrella: Identity vs. Orientation

Trans people face higher rates of workplace discrimination and housing instability compared to cisgender gay and lesbian individuals.