LGBTQ Activism
- Equality Michigan: An organization that works for equal treatment of all people regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.
- LGBT Detroit: An organization that works to raise awareness for the diverse LGBT community located in Detroit.
- National Center for Transgender Equality: A resource center for transgendered individuals.
- Human Rights Campaign: The largest civil rights organization working towards equality for the LGBTQ community.
- OutRight Action International: An international organization that fights for LGBTIQ rights.
A Short History of American LGBT Issues
This timeline is adapted from the PBS' Milestones in the American Gay Rights Movement timeline. It runs from 1924 to 2015, highlighting specific instances of struggles and triumphs in the LGBTQ+ movement to get equal rights and recognition in the U.S..
- Check out the other sections of this guide for articles and books that offer more information on the past, present, and future of the LGBTQ+ movement. If anything on this timeline sparked your interest, please check out those resources!
- Not finding resources you're interested in, or want to see more? Find many more LGBTQ+ resources on our library website here!
National Advocacy Organization Websites
- HRC
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) works to get equal rights for all LGBTQ+ peoples. - The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing suicide prevention services and crisis intervention to LGBTQ+ youth. - InterACT
InterACT advocates for the human rights of people born with intersex traits, using both outreach and legal strategies. - PFLAG
PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQ community. They are made up of LGBTQ individuals, family members, and allies.
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