Led by activists like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera , the Stonewall riots in New York City became the defining catalyst for the modern global movement. Key Figures and Milestones Frequently Asked Questions about Transgender People | A4TE

Initial resistance included the 1959 Cooper Donuts Riot and the 1966 Compton’s Cafeteria Riot.

Modern LGBTQ+ culture was galvanized by key moments of resistance against discrimination and police harassment.

Transgender and gender-diverse identities are not modern concepts; they are deeply rooted in ancient traditions.