"This book was launched on March 20, 2013 at a community event held at Ryerson University [now Toronto Metropolitan University]." "We recognize that 'south asian' is a complex identity that cannot be encompassed by a simple listing of geographical places. We list the term in quotations to highlight its shifting meaning. We use the term strategically (we do not assume solidarity amongst all groups encompassed by mainstream definitions of 'south asian') and we are invested in complicating it at every moment. For this book, we have attempted to prioritize individual definitions and self-identification of 'south asian.'" "We use the terms queer and trans as umbrella terms, to include individuals that may identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transexual, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, women who have sex with women, men who have sex with men or any other identities related to sexualities and genders. We know that umbrella terms, especially those that come from western frameworks, can be limiting."