LGBT History Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson.
Why is PRIDE called PRIDE?
PRIDE is an acronym for Personal Rights in Defense and Education. The organization was formed in Los Angeles, California in 1966 by Steve Ginsburg. PRIDE, from its very inception, was much more radical than the pre-1960s homosexual rights groups, which were more deferential.
How do you explain PRIDE month to a child?
How to Talk about LGBTQ Pride Month with Your Child
- Talk about universal values and your family's values.
- Keep it simple. Try to be relaxed and comfortable. ...
- Have an ongoing conversation about diversity, difference, and discrimination rather than one “big talk”.
- Kids love the colors of the flag.
