In many modern Canadian and Indigenous contexts, the "2" is placed at the front (2SLGBTQI+) to honour that Two-Spirit identities predate colonial terms like "lesbian" or "gay." 2. Best Practices for Digital Media & Imagery
Only use "Two-Spirit" for people of Indigenous descent. Non-Indigenous people should not use the term to describe themselves.
If you are looking to understand or organize digital assets with this label, 1. Understanding the Terms
Ensure images reflect the diversity within the community, including different ethnicities, body types, ages, and gender expressions (e.g., butch, femme, non-binary).
Use such images to illustrate the history of LGBTQ+ activism and the evolution of the 2SLGBTQI+ acronym.
If naming a file Lesbian2.jpg , ensure the alt-text is descriptive. Instead of generic tags, use specific descriptions like "Two women of Indigenous descent at a community event" to improve accessibility.