The Understanding LGBTQ+ Identities

An interactive guide to understanding LGBTQ+ identities, including sexual orientations, gender identities and sex characteristics. Discover 18 informative flip cards explaining terminology, individual experiences, common misconceptions and respectful ways to support inclusion, with space for personal reflection.

Identity, Understanding & Inclusion

Understanding LGBTQ+ Identities

An interactive guide to sexual orientations, gender identities and sex characteristics, with respectful explanations and practical ways to support inclusion.

Identity is personal. People may use more than one label, change the language they use or choose not to use labels at all. This guide introduces terms without assuming they describe everyone's experience.

Select a category

Choose an identity

Card 1 of 18 Understanding the identity
Identity / Understanding

Lesbian

What does this identity mean?

Lesbian generally describes a woman who is attracted to women.

Individual experiences

Front / Understanding

Choose an identity and turn the card over to learn more. Swipe sideways to change cards.

Personal Reflections

Use this optional space to reflect on what you have learned, language that feels meaningful or what respectful inclusion looks like to you.

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LGBTQ+ includes many identities and personal experiences. This guide is educational and is not intended to define or limit anyone's identity.

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