transmääritelmät
Transmääritelmät refers to the set of definitions and concepts used to understand and describe transgender identities and experiences. It is a constantly evolving field as language and societal understanding progress. At its core, transmääritelmät distinguishes between sex assigned at birth, gender identity, and gender expression. Sex assigned at birth is typically based on observable physical characteristics, while gender identity is an individual's internal sense of being male, female, both, neither, or somewhere else along the gender spectrum. Gender expression is how a person outwardly presents their gender, which may or may not align with societal expectations for their gender identity.
Key terms within transmääritelmät include transgender, which is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity
Understanding transmääritelmät is crucial for fostering inclusivity and respect. It acknowledges that gender is a complex