The transgender community has long been a foundational yet often marginalized pillar of broader LGBTQ culture. While often grouped under the "LGBTQ+" umbrella, the transgender experience is distinct; while terms like "lesbian" or "gay" refer to sexual orientation (who one is attracted to), "transgender" refers to gender identity (who one is). This community encompasses a diverse spectrum of identities, including trans men, trans women, and non-binary individuals whose gender does not align with the sex they were assigned at birth.