The initials LGBT are used to represent sexual orientations

‘Heterosexual’ is not included in the acronym LGBT. However, additional identities can sometimes be included by adding letters to LGBT such as ‘Q,’ which represents queer or questioning, and ‘I,’ which represents intersex

Coming out is when someone first self-discloses their sexual orientation or gender identity

The phrase “sexual orientation” is often used instead of the phrase “sexual preference,” which appears to suggest a conscious choice

There are also other forms of LGBT discrimination that use ‘phobia’ in their titles such as ‘transphobia’

Deadnaming can be potentially upsetting for people who have transitioned gender

An asexual person does not experience, or very rarely experiences feelings of sexual attraction toward anyone

An LGBT ally is a person who does not necessarily identify with an LGBT group or community, but publicly supports them

Annual pride events are held around the world to promote and support LGBT self-affirmation, dignity and equality

The plus symbol is used to include other minority groups such as pansexual, non-binary and intersex