Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and Miss Major Griffin-Gracy) were at the forefront of these riots, demanding justice. However, this June night in 1969 - and the weeks following - LGBTQ+ activists (primarily trans women of color, like the iconic Marsha P. This uprising was a tipping point for the gay liberation movement in the U.S, as police raided a gay bar in New York City and its patrons fought back.Īt this point in history, “homosexual acts” were illegal across the country (except for Illinois), and these raids on LGBTQ-inclusive spaces were not uncommon, according to.
Pride Month honors the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. Scroll through for resources for: Learning | Action | Celebration | Work | School | Social Media | Allies | ClosetĬelebrating Pride cannot happen without acknowledging its roots. Although Pride Month has become known for beautiful, boisterous rainbow parades throughout the country (and some not-so-aesthetically-pleasing merch from major corporations), the LGBTQ+ community celebrates this month in honor of a long, tumultuous history towards equal rights in the United States.Īs Pride rounds the bend again this year, we wanted to provide some resources and ideas to celebrate in a thoughtful and meaningful way.
