History of the LGBTQ+ community

First Pride Parade

The first Pride Parade was held on June 28, 1970 in Washington Place between Sheridan Square and 6th Avenue.

Lesbian couple assaulted on London Bus

Lesbian couple, Melania and Chris, was attacked by five teenageers on the London night bus on May 30, 2019 because couple refused to kiss for their entertainment.

Stonewall Riot

The first Stonewall Riot started on June 28, 1969 when the poilice raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay club where people can go to, to feel safe and secure and surrounded by people who are like them.

First gender transition surgery

The first gender change surgery was in the 1930s in Germany. Lili Elbe, originally male, was the first recipitent to undergo reassignment surgery.