Let’s clear that up. At its core, transgender (often shortened to trans ) is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth.
Including the "T" in LGBTQ+ culture isn't about political correctness. It’s about recognizing that the fight for authenticity—to love who you love and be who you are—is a single, shared fight.
Beyond the Rainbow: Understanding the Transgender Community Within LGBTQ+ Culture