Designed by Monica Helms in 1999, its light blue, pink, and white stripes represent traditional colors for boys and girls, and those who are transitioning or gender-neutral.

From the ballroom culture of the 1980s (which birthed "vogueing") to modern-day representation in television and film, transgender creators use art to challenge the gender binary and celebrate "found family." Unity in Diversity

The "T" in LGBTQ+ reminds us that gender and sexuality are different but deeply linked by a shared fight against and cisnormativity . Today, the community continues to advocate for inclusive healthcare, legal protections, and the simple right to exist safely in public spaces.