The transgender community has long served as a foundational pillar of LGBTQ culture, driving much of its progress through activism that dates back over a century. While "transgender" is now an umbrella term for those whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth , the community’s history is a blend of global cultural traditions and fierce modern political struggles. The Roots of Transgender Activism
Modern LGBTQ pride began with the courage of trans women of color who led early uprisings against police harassment: nurse shemales