LGBTQ+ Resources
What does LGBTQ+ stand for?
L G B T Q I A 2 S +
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit, plus more
Philly’s Pride flag makes waves around the world By Jason Villemez
"New words and phrases are emerging to describe wide variations in sexual orientation and gender identity.. LGBTQ is an acronym used to describe the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning community." Bennett Singer, David Deschamps. LGBTQ Stats: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer People by the Numbers
"Adding the "I": Does Intersex Belong in the LGBT Movement?" Emi Koyama, Intersex Initiative
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