LGBTQ+ culture values consent, respect, and avoiding assumptions. Specific to trans inclusion:

Contemporary queer art and activism continue to play a vital role in shaping LGBTQ culture and promoting social change. From the work of artists such as Gran Fury and ACT UP to the contemporary activism of groups such as Black Lives Matter and Trans Lives Matter, queer art and activism have provided a powerful platform for expression, resistance, and mobilization.

You cannot talk about LGBTQ culture without talking about . Originating in the Black and Latinx trans communities of New York City, the Ballroom scene was a sanctuary where trans people—often rejected by their biological families—created "Houses" and competed in categories that celebrated their "realness" and creativity.

: The LGBTQ community has its own set of terms and expressions that serve to create a sense of belonging and shared understanding.