: An umbrella term for individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth. In the U.S., approximately 2.3 million adults (nearly 1% of the population) identify as transgender.

Public attitudes toward transgender individuals show a notable divide between broad support for equality and intense political scrutiny. Understanding the Transgender Community - HRC

The modern LGBTQ+ movement was sparked by transgender activists, particularly women of color.

: The founding of STAR (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries) provided the first shelter for LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S.. 3. Current Social Landscape (2025–2026)

: The Compton’s Cafeteria Riot in San Francisco marked one of the first recorded instances of transgender resistance against police harassment.