A Storied Glossary of Iconic LGBT Flags and Symbols
LGBT Pride parades are famous the world over for their exuberant yet message-driven theme. Part celebration, part march for equal rights, the parades are often distinguished by lively participants who brandish colorful flags, symbols and signs.
But what does each color of the pride flag represent? What's the terrible past behind the pink and black triangles? Who created the transgender pride symbols?
For Pride Month in June, we put together a list of common LGBT symbols, looked into their histories and usages, and spoke to inspiring individuals who identify with them.
This isn't an exhaustive list, so let us know which symbols you identify with, and why they're important to you.
LGBT Symbols
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Rainbow Flag
Image: Wikimedia Commons Sarang -
Image: Sarah Toce
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Image: Glaad
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Image: Sue Kerr
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Image: Faith Cheltenham
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Image: Geena Rocero
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Lambda
Image: Wikimedia Commons AnonMoos -
Intersex Pride Flag
Image: Wikimedia Commons Newaos -
Genderqueer and Non-Binary Pride Flag
Image: Wikimedia Commons Iamiyouareyou -
Asexual Pride Flag
Image: Wikimedia Commons AnonMoos -
Pansexual Pride Flag
Image: Wikimedia Commons KiwiNeko14