The LGBTQ+ community, particularly transgender and nonbinary individuals, is experiencing a period of significant growth and increased visibility alongside heightened social and political challenges. As of 2024, approximately identify as LGBTQ+, a figure that has nearly tripled since 2012 . This growth is most pronounced among younger generations; over 20% of Gen Z adults identify as part of the community. 🏳️‍⚧️ Transgender Community Overview

Transgender adults report some of the highest rates of discrimination in the U.S.. In 2024, 62% of transgender adults reported experiencing discrimination in the past year, occurring most frequently in public spaces like stores, restaurants, and restrooms.

The transgender community includes individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. In the U.S., over (1.0% of those aged 13+) identify as transgender.