History of Pride Month in Timeline
Pride Month is a month-long celebration held each June to honor the LGBTQ community and culture. It commemorates the 1969 Stonewall riots, a pivotal moment in the fight for LGBTQ rights. The month serves to recognize the contributions of LGBTQ individuals, promote inclusivity, and raise awareness of ongoing challenges faced by the community. Pride Month events often include parades, festivals, workshops, and educational initiatives, fostering a sense of unity and advocating for equal rights and acceptance.
1969: Stonewall Riots
In 1969, the Stonewall Riots, a series of gay liberation protests, occurred, marking a significant event that Pride Month commemorates.
June 1970: First Pride Marches
In June 1970, the first pride marches were held in New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, one year after the Stonewall riots, marking a watershed moment for LGBT rights.
1981: San Francisco Pride March Renamed
In 1981, the San Francisco Pride march was promoted as the International Lesbian & Gay Freedom Day Parade.
1991: International Pride Day Commemorations
In 1991, the Serbian group Arkadija commemorated International Pride Day with a forum concerning queer activism and art, and Nicaragua held its first public pride festival to commemorate the Stonewall Riots.
1994: San Francisco Pride March Still Renamed
In 1994, the San Francisco Pride march was still promoted as the International Lesbian & Gay Freedom Day Parade.
1999: Clinton Declares Gay and Lesbian Pride Month
In 1999, President Bill Clinton officially declared June as "Gay and Lesbian Pride Month" in a presidential proclamation.
2011: Obama Expands Pride Month Recognition
In 2011, Barack Obama expanded the official Pride Month recognition to include the whole of the LGBT community.
2013: Serbia Marks International Pride Day
In 2013, Serbia marked International Pride Day with Hate-Free Zone actions, organized by GSA, Women in Black and other NGOs.
2015: Serbia Marks International Pride Day
In 2015, Serbia marked International Pride Day with Hate-Free Zone actions, organized by GSA, Women in Black and other NGOs.
2017: Trump Declines Federal Recognition of Pride Month
In 2017, Donald Trump declined to offer federal recognition of Pride Month.
2019: Trump Issues Supportive Statements on Twitter
In 2019, Donald Trump issued supportive public statements about Pride Month in a series of Tweets.
