LGBTQ+

LGBTQ+ is an acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning, with the plus sign (+) indicating the inclusion of other sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions that fall outside these specific categories. The term represents a diverse community of individuals who identify as non-heterosexual and non-cisgender, emphasizing the variety of sexual and gender identities beyond the traditional binary concepts. The LGBTQ+ community advocates for equal rights, acceptance, and social justice, seeking to address and combat discrimination, stigma, and violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity. The inclusion of the plus sign signifies recognition for many other identities, including but not limited to asexual, non-binary, genderqueer, and intersex individuals, acknowledging that the spectrum of sexual and gender diversity extends beyond the specific terms listed in the acronym. The term is often used in discussions of social issues, rights movements, and cultural representation related to sexual and gender minorities.