When writing or speaking about transgender individuals, always use their current name and pronouns, even when discussing their past. For example, use the Hamilton College writing guide recommendation: "Before her transition, Jane felt...".

Acknowledging that transgender individuals also belong to various races, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds, which shapes their unique experiences of the world.

Ultimately, the transgender community enriches LGBTQ+ culture by pushing society to expand its understanding of gender and by fostering a culture where everyone has the right to live as their true self. Defining LGBTQ+ - The Center