When sourcing imagery, prioritize photographers and creators from within the LGBTQ+ and Indigenous communities to ensure authentic representation. 3. Usage Guidelines

Typically refers to a woman or feminine-aligned person who is emotionally, romantically, and/or sexually attracted to other women or feminine-aligned people.

If you are looking to understand or organize digital assets with this label, 1. Understanding the Terms

An Indigenous-specific term used to describe individuals who fulfill a traditional third-gender (or gender-variant) ceremonial and social role in their cultures.

Avoid stock imagery that relies on hyper-sexualized or outdated stereotypes of lesbian relationships.

In many modern Canadian and Indigenous contexts, the "2" is placed at the front (2SLGBTQI+) to honour that Two-Spirit identities predate colonial terms like "lesbian" or "gay." 2. Best Practices for Digital Media & Imagery