Stonewall UK highlights that 70% of trans people report experiencing transphobia when accessing general health services, and 90% of trans people reported delays in seeking transition-related care.
MHA National reports that 59% of LGBTQ+ individuals feel they have fewer employment opportunities, and 38% of transgender people have experienced slurs.
A 2025 report from GLAAD found that 87% of non-LGBTQ Americans agree that transgender and nonbinary people deserve to live free from violence and discrimination.
Over 4 in 10 (44%) U.S. adults know someone who is transgender, and over 1 in 5 (22%–27%) know someone using non-binary pronouns, according to Pew Research Center .
Recent data from 2025 and 2026 indicates a complex landscape for the transgender community and LGBTQ culture, characterized by high visibility and rapid identity growth, alongside severe discrimination and legislative pushback. Here are key findings from recent reports:
Despite increased visibility, the transgender community faces significant challenges:
