LGBTQ+ History Month
October is LGBTQ+ History Month! In addition to spooky celebrations this month is a time to reflect on the history, struggles, and progress that have shaped the modern LGBTQ+ community. LGBTQ+ History Month was founded in 1994 by Missouri high school teacher Rodney Wilson, the first openly gay public school teacher in the state. Even in the 30 year since the holiday’s founding the community and culture has changed substantially. Take the opportunity to learn your roots, understand how the modern community formed, how victories were won, and how it changed queer lives. From Stonewall to gay marriage, from trans rights to the gender revolution. It’s also an opportunity to recognize and celebrate LGBTQ+ historical figures. LGBTQ+ people have always been a part of society and have been instrumental in history; whether it be in art, culture, politics, or science. These contributions are often overlooked or erased, which makes remembrance all the more important. Seek out LGBTQ+ museum exhibits. Seek out LGBTQ+ figures in your local history. And maybe most important of all, try and make your own footprint in history.
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https://www.theproudtrust.org/about-us/blog/lgbt-history-month-everything-you-need-to-know/
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