Terms To Know

Talking About LGBT People & Equality

Need help with terminology regarding gay and transgender people? Here are the basic terms that journalists might encounter:

The words we use to talk about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and issues can have a powerful impact
on our conversations. The right words can help open people’s hearts and minds, while others can create distance or confusion.
For example, the abbreviation “LGBT” is commonly used within the movement for lesbian, gay, bi and transgender equality,
but it can be confusing and alienating to people who don’t understand what it means (for many media and mainstream
audiences, the term gay and transgender is more accessible without being overwhelming).

Talking About LGBT People & Equality

Need help with terminology regarding gay and transgender people? Here are the basic terms that journalists might encounter:

The words we use to talk about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and issues can have a powerful impact
on our conversations. The right words can help open people’s hearts and minds, while others can create distance or confusion.
For example, the abbreviation “LGBT” is commonly used within the movement for lesbian, gay, bi and transgender equality,
but it can be confusing and alienating to people who don’t understand what it means (for many media and mainstream
audiences, the term gay and transgender is more accessible without being overwhelming).

Designed for new allies who want to support LGBT Americans but often face an array of confusing terminology and language,
this short guide offers an overview of essential vocabulary, terms to avoid, and a few key messages for talking about various
issues.

Designed for new allies who want to support LGBT Americans but often face an array of confusing terminology and language,
this short guide offers an overview of essential vocabulary, terms to avoid, and a few key messages for talking about various
issues.

The Talking About LGBT Issues series, available online at www.lgbtmap.org/talking-about-lgbt-issues-series and www.glaad.org/talkingabout, provides additional recommendations and resources.

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