FAQs

What is the difference between bisexuality and pansexuality?

Bisexuality and pansexuality seem like similar sexual orientations, which may be why people wonder how they are different.…

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What is asexuality?

Asexuality is a sexual orientation. People who are asexual do not experience sexual attraction and won’t experience…

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Everyone at my school says, “That’s so gay,” when they mean something is stupid or bad. As a gay student, I find it really offensive and annoying, and I want to say something back. At the same time, I think my teachers should say something, not just me—the so-called token gay student. What can I do?

You’re right—your teachers should take responsibility for making the school environment safe for all students. Many…

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What does LGBTQ mean?

LGBTQ stands for “lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning.” For some, the Q stands for “queer.” Heterosexual,…

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What is gender identity?

Gender identity means our internal sense of being a girl, a guy, a combination of both, neither or something else entirely.…

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I’m lesbian, gay or bisexual. Should I tell my parent(s)/guardian(s)? How do you think they’ll react?

This can be a tough decision to make and, ultimately, only you will know if and when you should tell your parents. But…

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I’m gay, lesbian or bisexual and don’t want to be. Can I change my sexual orientation?

Your sexual orientation is something that is part of you—just like the color of your eyes and the shape of your nose.…

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How do you know if you’re lesbian, gay, bisexual or heterosexual? Can you tell what someone’s sexual orientation is just by looking at them?

People determine their sexual orientation through their feelings of attraction and emotional closeness to others. At one…

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I’m being harassed because of my sexual orientation or gender identity. What is homophobia and transphobia, and how can I make the harassment stop?

In a perfect world, people would accept each other for who they are. But the reality is that many people do not accept…

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What does it mean to “come out?”

“Coming out” is when a lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender person tells friends and/or family members about their…

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What is gay pride?

When you understand your sexual orientation and gender identity at a young age, feel safe in telling friends and family…

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I’m trans, and I want to use hormones. Are there any risks?

Yes, there are some risks. If you work with a physician, then you can minimize the risks. Do not believe everything you…

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I like some things about being a girl and some things about being a guy. Is this normal?

Yes! As human beings, we all have characteristics, interests, feelings and talents that could be traditionally defined…

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No one understands what it’s like to be trans. I think I’m going to drop out of school. Is there anything else I can do?

First, you are not alone. It can be hard to find people who understand and are there for you. And school can be a scary…

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What does “intersex” mean?

About one in a hundred people are born with biological differences that do not fit neatly into the typical definitions…

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I’m trans. I’ve been hanging out with someone I like, but this person doesn’t know that I’m trans. What should I do?

Communication is a key element in any relationship. Talking with someone you’re interested in isn’t easy. For people…

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