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

Refers to who you are attracted to (sexual orientation). T (Transgender): Refers to who you are (gender identity).

: 45% of LGBTQ youth seriously considered suicide in the past year; for transgender and nonbinary youth, nearly 1 in 5 attempted suicide Economic Stability : Transgender adults are four times more likely

As she settled into a corner, her large, sketchy outline of a sculpture caught the eye of a newcomer, Jamie. Jamie was a curious soul, an aspiring artist looking for inspiration. Intrigued by Alex's work, Jamie mustered the courage to approach her.

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.