I have never told anyone about this part of my identity and I have never been to an LGBTQ+ event. I don't not really feel like I am part of the community, even though asexuality is technically part of it, and I suppose this is because I don't feel valid. I have not figured out my identity in terms of other aspects of sexuality and in terms of gender. I have identified as asexual for around 5 years but I have never told anyone or met any other aces. To me, the LGBTQ+ community means a community that accepts all who identity under its umbrella.