TERF

TERF stands for “trans-exclusionary radical feminist” and refers to a current that claims a radical feminist background while excluding trans people. The term is usually used for positions that do not recognize trans women as women and reject gender diversity. In debate, TERF is often a critical term used by others.

In practice, such views often rest on the claim that sex is strictly binary and can be determined solely by physical characteristics. These positions frequently lead to exclusion, discrimination, and conflict in feminist, queer, and sexual spaces. For respectful and accurate discussion, it is important to recognize people’s self-identification and clearly name trans-exclusionary attitudes.