There is a notable increase in individuals openly identifying as LGBTQ+, particularly among younger generations.

: Over 40% of U.S. adults now personally know someone who is transgender, a significant increase from previous decades. 4. Key Challenges and Disparities

: The term "transgender" gained prominence in the 1960s and was widely integrated into the "LGBT" movement by the 2000s, replacing earlier, often derogatory terminology.

: Transgender adults live in poverty at elevated rates (29%), which increases significantly for Black (39%) and Latine (48%) trans individuals.

: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual .

Despite growing visibility, the community continues to face significant systemic barriers.