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Glossary of Terms
Vocabulary is a living organism that is constantly changing within our society and within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQQ) community. Please
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to learn about the terms used throughout this website. These are terms and definitions for sexual orientation as well as gender identity/expression; while these are termst hat are commonly used, they are in no way comprehensive or representative of everyone within the LGBTQQ community. Please use these terms and definitions as a suggested guideline for appropriate language with people that identify as LGBTQQ and as a starting point to open dialogue with clients, students, staff and families.