What is lqbtqia?

LGBTQIA+ is an acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual. The "+" represents other identities that are not explicitly included in the acronym. It is an umbrella term for people who are not heterosexual or cisgender.

  • Lesbian: Women who are attracted to other women.

  • Gay: Typically refers to men who are attracted to other men, but can also be used to describe women who are attracted to other women.

  • Bisexual: People who are attracted to both men and women.

  • Transgender: People whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.

  • Queer/Questioning: "Queer" is an umbrella term for individuals who are not heterosexual or cisgender. "Questioning" refers to individuals who are exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity.

  • Intersex: People who are born with sex characteristics (including chromosomes, gonads, or genitals) that do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies.

  • Asexual: People who do not experience sexual attraction.

The LGBTQIA+ community faces various challenges, including discrimination, stigma, and legal inequalities. Advocacy and Activism play crucial roles in fighting for LGBTQIA+ rights, promoting equality, and raising awareness. Allyship , the practice of actively supporting and advocating for LGBTQIA+ people by those who are not themselves LGBTQIA+, is also essential.