The push for gender-neutral pronouns (they/them/ze) and inclusive language originated within trans and non-binary circles and has since permeated mainstream corporate and social environments.

The transgender community is a vital and vibrant pillar of the broader LGBTQ+ culture, embodying a rich history of resilience, self-discovery, and advocacy. As an umbrella term, "transgender" (or "trans") refers to individuals whose internal sense of gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. This includes people who identify outside the traditional gender binary, as well as those who transition to align their outward expression with their inner truth. Cultural Foundations and Community