A NOTE ABOUT DEFINITIONS: It is important to remember that when trying to refer appropriately to lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans people, the way certain words and terms are used are always changing and sometimes depend entirely on context. For example to refer to a lesbian as a "dyke" can be an insult, if used insultingly, or recognition of that person's way of identifying themselves and their community. As with many communities, LGBTQ people use the same words to often mean different things. This is partially a reflection that language itself is fluid and evolving. This includes the use of reclaimed language, which means taking back words that have historically been used in negative and derogatory ways and using them in positive and empowering ways. The terms we included are the ones that are most commonly used in the English language in North America.