In recent years, the transgender community and LGBTQ culture have gained increased mainstream recognition. The 2010s saw significant advancements in areas such as:
Mara placed a cup of coffee in front of Kai. It was in a chipped mug that said “World’s Okayest Aunt.” “The thing about our community,” Mara said quietly, “is that we’re not a monolith. We’re not all young, we’re not all white, we’re not all activists. But we have this—a chain. Someone held the door for Leo. Leo held it for me. I’m trying to hold it for you.”
Despite herself, Kai let out a wet snort of a laugh.