The boy didn’t smile. But he didn’t run, either. And Meera knew—that’s how it starts. Not with a parade. Not with a coming-out story that ends in a standing ovation. But with one person, refusing to let another person be alone in the dark.

Intersectionality, a concept coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw, is essential in understanding the experiences of trans individuals. Intersectionality recognizes that individuals have multiple identities (e.g., race, gender, sexuality, class) that intersect and interact, producing unique experiences of oppression and marginalization.

"Breaking Barriers: The Vibrant World of Transgender Community and LGBTQ Culture"

Refers to who you are attracted to (sexual orientation). T (Transgender): Refers to who you are (gender identity).