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‘Queer’ is a term used by people wanting to reject specific labels and the perceived norms of the LGBTQIA+ community. You should only refer to a person as ‘queer’ if they self-identify this way and request that you use it – otherwise you should avoid this term as it is still viewed as being a slur by many people. ‘Intersex’ is an umbrella term used to describe a person who was born with sex characteristics that do not fit typical binary notions of male and female bodies. Intersex people may identify as male, female, non-binary, or any other gender identity. ‘Asexual’ is an umbrella term that describes a person who does not experience sexual attraction towards others or has little desire
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