Genderqueer: What It

Genderqueer is a term used to describe individuals whose gender identity does not fall within the traditional categories of male and female. Genderqueer people may identify as non-binary, genderfluid, or gender nonconforming. They may also use other terms to describe their gender identity, such as agender, bigender, or pangender.

Here are some things to know about genderqueer people:

* They are not necessarily transgender. Some genderqueer people may identify as transgender, but others may not. Transgender people are people whose gender identity does not match the sex they were assigned at birth.

* They are not all gay or lesbian. Genderqueer people may be gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, or any other sexual orientation.

* They are not all intersex. Intersex people are people born with physical characteristics that do not fit the typical definitions of male or female. Some genderqueer people may be intersex, but others may not.

* They are just as valid as any other gender identity. Genderqueer people should be respected for their gender identity, regardless of whether it is different from the traditional categories of male and female.

If you are genderqueer, there are many resources available to you. Here are a few:

* The Gender Identity Research and Education Society (GIRES) is a nonprofit organization that provides information and resources on gender identity and expression.

* GLAAD is a media advocacy organization that works to increase visibility of and understanding of LGBTQ people.

* The Trevor Project is a nonprofit organization that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ youth.

You can also find support from online forums and social media groups.