Transgender history and culture have deep roots, though the modern terminology is relatively recent: A Map of Gender-Diverse Cultures | Independent Lens - PBS

The transgender community is a diverse group of individuals whose internal sense of gender does not align with the sex they were assigned at birth. While often grouped under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, transgender people navigate a distinct set of cultural experiences and societal challenges related to gender identity rather than just sexual orientation. Understanding Gender Identity vs. Sexual Orientation

: A person's emotional and sexual attraction to others. Transgender individuals may identify as straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or asexual. Cultural Evolution and Recognition

It is crucial to distinguish between who a person (gender identity) and who they are attracted to (sexual orientation).

: A person's deeply felt, internal sense of being a man, woman, non-binary, or another gender.