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LGBTQ+ rights

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

LGBTQ+ rights encompass the legal protections and equal treatment sought for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning individuals and other sexual minority groups. These rights aim to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals enjoy the same civil liberties and opportunities as heterosexual and cisgender people.