Transgender (or "trans") is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity or expression differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.
Many trans people face discrimination in healthcare settings, including refusal of care or lack of provider knowledge.
Gender identity (who you are) is distinct from sexual orientation (who you are attracted to).
While part of the same movement, many trans people emphasize the need for distinct spaces that validate their specific gender identities within broader queer culture. 3. Key Issues and Disparities
Despite differences, trans and sexuality-diverse people share common experiences of stigma, discrimination, and a fight for autonomy.