The Different Faces of Sexuality: Human Sexuality Organizations by Isabel Pantoja

The term “Human Sexuality” can have different meanings to different people. Usually though, human sexuality can be defined as an “erotic” a persons sexual orientation, gender, an attraction for another person, all of which can have an influence as to what “human sexuality” truly is. Throughout history human sexuality has always been present, now in the 21^st century more than ever. The freedom society has now to be able to express themselves in regards to their sexuality is far more acceptable then it was compared to centuries before the 21^st century. Because of such freedom of expression countless organizations have been made for those wish to express their sexuality. There are countless organizations making a stand and fighting for equality or acceptance.

LGBT

LGBT is one of the most well known organizations associated with sexuality and gender. The four letters are initials and stand for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender. The actual organization didn’t come about until the mid 1980’s where the initials “LGBT” were coined and used more often rather than just gay/lesbian. The organization made way for not just those who were gay or lesbian but also those who were bisexual and transgender. It allowed those who were still in search for themselves and those who were still understanding their sexuality to have a place to feel welcomed and not alone. Today the organization LGBT has branched out to other organizations that deal with similar sexuality issues but have given opportunity to many who are still figuring out their own sexuality.