The emergence of "transgender" as a distinct political and social category gained significant momentum in the early 1990s, often cited back to Leslie Feinberg's 1992 pamphlet, Transgender Liberation .
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Some notable figures in the transgender community and LGBTQ culture include:
Activists worldwide continue to campaign for non-binary gender markers (such as "X" on passports), comprehensive anti-discrimination protections, and safer public spaces. Moving Toward an Inclusive Future