Learn more about non-binary at the National Center for Transgender Equality. Genderqueer or Non-binary - refers to an individual whose gender identity/expression does not fall within the traditional categories of man or woman.
This is not an umbrella term and most transgender people prefer the term transgender Transsexual - an older term that was once used to describe transgender individuals. This is the term primarily used today and is often shortened to trans. Transgender - a person whose gender identity or gender expression differs from their sex assigned at birth. Learn more at the Asexual Visibility and Education Network. Pansexual - refers to individuals who are not limited in their romantic and sexual attraction by gender, sex, or gender identityĪsexual - refers to individuals who experience low or no sexual attraction to others, but this does not mean they do not experience romantic feelings. Lesbian - refers to women who are romantically and sexually attracted to other womenīisexual - refers to individuals who are romantically and sexually attracted to more than one gender. Gay - refers to men who are romantically and sexually attracted to other men Queer - a word reclaimed by the LGBTQ+ community often used as an umbrella term for those who fall outside heterosexual/cisgender norms In keeping with our own mission, the events and information shared through the library's material, programs, and web sites demonstrate the value that the City places on diversity.
The San Antonio Public Library provides inclusive information in a respectful way. So don't wait until June to dive into LGBTQ+ history and culture, it's fascinating to look at all year round! While the acronym may bring to mind Pride month festivities, parades, and rainbow flags, the LGBTQ+ community exists all year round. The " +" sign symbolizes that gender and sexuality exist on a spectrum and includes everyone who is part of the community without feeling like they fit a single defined identity. LGBTQ+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or Questioning), Intersex, and Asexual (or Aromantic). The library’s mission states, “The San Antonio Public Library changes lives through the transformative power of information, imagination and ideas.” To fulfill its mission to change lives, the library embraces the diversity of the city it serves.