Who one is attracted to (e.g., gay, lesbian, bisexual).

A transgender person can have any sexual orientation; for instance, a trans woman attracted to women may identify as a lesbian. Contemporary Challenges

Many face obstacles in updating legal identification documents, and the community experiences disproportionately high rates of violence and harassment.

Despite increased visibility, the community faces significant systemic hurdles:

Approximately 29% of trans adults report being refused medical care due to their gender identity.

Due to societal stigma and family rejection, trans youth are at a much higher risk for depression and suicidality compared to their cisgender peers. Progress and Future Trends