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LGBTQIA+
 What is LGBTQIA+?
LGBTQIA+ is a constantly expanding and
evolving acronym. It is a broad word that
encompasses persons of various genders
and sexual orientations, including lesbians,
gays, bisexuals, transgenders, queers,
intersex, asexuals, pansexuals, and allies.
 LGBTQIA+ ACRONYMS
Meaning of LGB
The first three letters of LGBTQIA+ deal with sexual identity.
LGB can be broken down into lesbian, gay, and bisexual.

Lesbian - term for women sexually and affectionately oriented

toward other women. However, the term can also be used by
non-binary individuals, especially those that are attracted to
women or feel connected to womanhood

Gay - homosexual person or those attracted to same gender

Bisexual - those that are sexually and affectionately attracted

both to men and women
 The T in LGBTQIA+ can have several different
meanings, but typically deals with gender
identity.

Trans - an inclusive term for transgender, non-conforming,

and non-binary individuals

Transsexual - can mean someone transitioning from one

sex to another using surgery or medical treatments.
However, this term has fallen out of favor for trans or
transgender.

Transgender - term for someone that identifies as a

different gender than what was assigned on their birth
certificate
 QIA STANDS FOR QUESTIONING/QUEER, INTERSEX, AND ASEXUAL. DIVE INTO
THE MEANINGS OF THESE LETTERS IN THE ACRONYM.
Questioning - when a person is exploring their sexuality, gender identity, and gender
expression
Queer - this term can have various definitions but can be seen as an inclusive term or as a
unique celebration of not molding to social norms
Intersex - this word can have various meanings; it’s used for individuals that don’t fit into
specific gender norms of woman or man; it can also be used for those with reproductive
anatomy that isn’t typical
Asexual - use for those that don’t feel sexual attraction to either sex or that don’t feel
romantic attraction in the typical way

 LGBTQIA+ MEANING
TO BE INCLUSIVE TO EVERYONE, THE LGBTQ FULL ACRONYM HAS
CHANGED TO ADD THE PLUS AT THE END. THIS WORKS TO ALLOW THE
ACRONYM TO COVER NEW SUBSECTS OF THE COMMUNITY LIKE:
Ally - a term for individuals that support and rally the cause
even though they don’t identify within the community

Pansexual/omnisexual - similar to bisexual, this describes

individuals with desire for all genders and sexes

Androgynous - describes those with both male and female

traits

Genderqueer - a gender term used for those with no, both,

or a combination of genders
Two-spirit - typically used by Native Americans to describe a
third gender

Demisexual - describes someone that requires an emotional

bond to form a sexual attraction

Polyamorous - term for those open to multiple consensual

romantic or sexual relationships at one time.

While this works to cover some of the different initials in

LGBTQIA+, it is far from an all-inclusive list. New terms can be
added under the “umbrella” of the plus at the end of the
acronym.
What is Homophobia?
The term homophobia was coined in the late
1960s and was used prominently by George
Weinberg, an American clinical psychologist.
irrational fear of, aversion to, or discrimination
against homosexuality or gay people
Homophobia, culturally produced fear of or
prejudice against homosexuals that sometimes
manifests itself in legal restrictions or, in extreme
cases, bullying or even violence against
homosexuals (sometimes called “gay bashing”)
Issues and Problems
commonly faced by
LGBTQIA+ members
 MARGINALIZATION AND SOCIAL EXCLUSION

At the individual, interpersonal, and societal levels, it is at the

root of exclusion from rewarding and full social lives. People on
the margins have little control over their lives and the resources
available to them; they may be stigmatized and are frequently
the target of negative public opinions.
 PROBLEMS OF HOMOPHOBIA

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people are

more likely harassment, and the threat of violence
due to their sexual orientation, than those that
identify themselves as heterosexual.
 PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS

Without help, a large number of people, particularly younger

LGBT persons, had to deal with stigmatization, discrimination,
and harassment. Many people were also stressed out as a
resuby of their LGBT experiences, which included high levels of
homophobic bullying in schools, as well as physical and verbal
assaults.
 HARASSMENT in LGBT members

In schools, Lgbt people experience discrimination.

Being a teenager is difficult enough without being
harassed at a place where you should feel protected.
Lesbian, homosexual, bisexual, and transgender
(LGBT) people are harassed every day at school
across the country.
 DISCRIMINATION

Discrimination against the LGBT community includes, but is not

limited to:
Abuse (Both Physical and Verbal)
Exclusion from social or professional events or activities
Ignoring claims of LGBT members regarding physical or
mental abuse
Unfair treatment in the workplace by employers and co-
workers
+Indirect abuse, such as graffiti or gossip
 FAMILY IMPACT AND REJECTION

Family is the most important source of support for

anyone. Many LGBT persons are afraid of rejection,
especially from their families, which prevents them
from openly discussing this aspect of their lives.
Children are greatly affected by negative family
reactions. Family conflict rises as a result of a lack of
communication and understanding.
 VICTIMS OF HATE AND CRIMES

The LGBT community may face significant feelings of hatred as

a result of the broader stigma and prejudice.

Targeted hate crimes and violence are perpetrated against the

LGBT community.
Immigrants who identify as LGBT are more likely to encounter
violence based on their race, gender identity, and sexual
orientation.
 WHAT IS A SAFE SPACE?
A place or an environment where a person is respected, secured,
could show and communicate their true self where there is
genuine care, support system, sensitivity, equality, no judgment,
and no discrimination of one’s gender, age, race, social standing,
and experiences. A place where verbal, emotional, psychological,
and physical harm is absent and where there are people who
could respond properly and immediately to a person or a group’s
call for help.

The Safe Spaces covers even misogynistic, transphobic,

homophobic, gestures or actions that ridicule on the basis of sex,
gender or sexual orientation, and any statement that has made
an invasion of a person’s personal space or threatens the
person’s sense of personal safety
SOGIE BILL
SUCCESSFUL LGBTQIA+

PERSONALITIES
RAJO LAUREL
Rajo Laurel is a well-known
fashion designer who is
recognized for his bold yet
exquisite and always feminine
creations. Laurel is one of the
most well-known and sought-
after local designers, with a 25-
year career.
JOEL CRUZ
Successful businessman and
deemed Lord of Scents as the
President and CEO of Aficionado
Perfumes and Personal Care.
EUGENIO "BOY"
ROMERICA
ABUNDA JR.
Asia’s King of Talk–Boy Abunda,
an outstanding TV host, publicist,
talent manager, endorser, and for
being an active advocate for gay
rights.
 JOSE MARIE
BORJA VICERA
Vice Ganda is a very influential
comedian – breaking box office
records, setting comedic trends,
and becoming one of the most
talk-about stars in social media.
And also a talk show host,
television presenter, actor,
entrepreneur, and singer.
 "We have to do it because we can no
longer stay invisible. We have to be visible.
We should not be ashamed of who we are"