Originating in the late 20th century by Black and Latino LGBTQ+ youth, this culture created "houses" that served as alternative families for rejected youth.
High rates of housing and employment discrimination.
Difficulty accessing gender-affirming care and knowledgeable medical providers.
Modern LGBTQ+ culture and rights owe an immeasurable debt to transgender activists, particularly trans women of colour.
Encompasses trans men, trans women, and non-binary or genderqueer individuals.
Bars, community centres, and pride parades serve as sanctuaries for both groups.
Spearheaded by trans women like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, this event catalyzed the modern gay rights movement.