AI and the LGBTQ+ Community: Challenges and RisksCEFR A2
18 Nov 2025
Adapted from Aaron Spitler, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Igor Omilaev, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
AI is becoming a part of our daily lives, with many people recognizing its benefits. However, the LGBTQ+ community has concerns about the drawbacks of AI. These concerns often stem from how AI is trained. Many AI models use data filled with stereotypes about LGBTQ+ individuals. For example, when creating images of LGBTQ+ people, tools like Midjourney often show them in negative ways.
Moreover, AI technology can invade personal lives. Some systems try to identify gender based on appearance, which can be harmful. Governments may use such technology to monitor LGBTQ+ events under the guise of safety, raising serious privacy issues. Thus, while AI has advantages, it also poses specific challenges for the LGBTQ+ community.
Difficult words
- community — A group of people with common interests.
- concerns — Worries or problems about something.
- drawbacks — Negative aspects or disadvantages.
- invade — To enter without permission.
- privacy — The right to keep personal information safe.
- stereotypes — Oversimplified ideas about a group.
- technology — Tools and systems for solving problems.
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Discussion questions
- What are some benefits of AI in daily life?
- How can AI use impact different communities?
- Why is privacy important in technology use?
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