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The LGBTQ+ vernacular is constantly expanding and evolving, which is especially apparent when it comes to an acronym sometimes used within the queer community: LGBTQIAPK. LGBTQIAPK stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual/Polyamorous, and Kink. Although polyamorous and kink aren't inherently LGBTQIA+ terms that refer to gender or sexual identity, some people still include them in the acronym. We'll break each part of this acronym down for you so you can stay informed (and know if any of these terms are right for you).
Things You Should Know
- LGBTQIAPK stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Pansexual/Polyamorous, and Kink.
- 2SLGBTQI+ is a common acronym used in Canada that stands for Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex.
- LGBTQQIP2SAA stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Pansexual, Two-Spirit, Androgynous, and Asexual.
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- Want to connect with other members of the LGBTQ+ community? Check out online spaces like like TrevorSpace and Q Chat Space which are totally safe and free communities for members of the queer community.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.stonewall.org.uk/list-lgbtq-terms
- ↑ https://www.stonewall.org.uk/list-lgbtq-terms
- ↑ https://www.hrc.org/resources/bisexual-faq
- ↑ https://transequality.org/issues/resources/frequently-asked-questions-about-transgender-people
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/teens/sexual-orientation/what-does-queer-mean
- ↑ https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/the-q-in-lgbtq-queer-questioning
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/16324-intersex
- ↑ https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/article/understanding-asexuality/
- ↑ https://demisexuality.org/articles/what-is-gray-asexuality/
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22678-demisexuality
- ↑ https://www.oulgbtq.org/acearo-spectrum-definitions.html
- ↑ https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/5-common-misconceptions-about-pansexuality
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/health/polyamorous-relationship
- ↑ https://lgbtqia.ucdavis.edu/educated/glossary#k
- ↑ https://slate.com/human-interest/2018/11/kink-bdsm-radical-queer-history.html
- ↑ https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en/free-to-be-me/2slgbtqi-plus-glossary.html
- ↑ https://lgbtqhealth.ca/community/two-spirit.php
- ↑ https://www.lgbtqandall.com/what-does-lgbtqqip2saa-mean/
- ↑ https://www.colorado.edu/cisc/resources/trans-queer/lgbtq-definitions
- ↑ https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/LGBTQIA2S
- ↑ https://eca.state.gov/files/bureau/sogi_terminology.pdf
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/sexual-orientation/sexual-orientation
- ↑ https://www.hrc.org/resources/sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-terminology-and-definitions
- ↑ https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq
- ↑ https://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-terms
- ↑ https://www.hrc.org/resources/sexual-orientation-and-gender-identity-terminology-and-definitions
- ↑ https://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/policy-preventing-discrimination-because-gender-identity-and-gender-expression/3-gender-identity-and-gender-expression
- ↑ https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/5-things-you-should-know-about-aromantic-people
- ↑ https://lgbtq.unc.edu/resources/exploring-identities/asexuality-attraction-and-romantic-orientation/
- ↑ https://www.asexuality.org/en/topic/119238-a-list-of-romantic-orientations/
- ↑ https://www.asexuality.org/en/topic/119238-a-list-of-romantic-orientations/
- ↑ https://www.asexuality.org/en/topic/119238-a-list-of-romantic-orientations/
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