Transgender individuals have been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ history, often leading the charge for civil rights.

Navigating gender-affirming care can be difficult due to legislative barriers or lack of provider education.

The transgender community is a diverse group of people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. While often grouped under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, transgender identity specifically relates to , whereas terms like "lesbian," "gay," and "bisexual" relate to sexual orientation .