Online communities were developed by those that did not fit in and those escaping bullying, oppression, racism and social pressure. The LGBTQ (especially Trans) community also flocked to online communities, as did many others. These places became a refuge for people escaping bullying at school and at home, racism, sexism, xenophobia, gay-bashing, and a lack of general social acceptance. Instead of becoming welcoming to newbies, theyve become exclusionary. They are used to build barriers and judge others.”]