Barbara Gittings was a pioneering activist who helped remove homosexuality from the American Psychiatric Association’s list of mental disorders.

Alan Turing was a brilliant mathematician and codebreaker whose work helped end World War II and laid the foundation for modern computing.

Sarah McBride made history in 2024 as the first openly transgender person elected to the U.S. Congress, representing Delaware’s at-large House seat.

Megan Rapinoe is a World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist who uses her platform to advocate fiercely for LGBTQ+ rights, gender equality, and racial justice.

Through bold fashion statements and outspoken activism, Billy Porter challenges gender norms and uses his platform to amplify marginalized voices.

Roma Guy is known for her work in advocating for LGBTQ+ and omen’s rights and healthcare access and co-founding San Francisco’s Women’s Building.

Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera were pioneering transgender activists, advocating tirelessly for the rights and visibility of transgender people.

Larry Kramer co-founded the Gay Men’s Health Crisis and ACT UP, organizations that played crucial roles in advocating for people with HIV/AIDS.

Judge Therese Stewart is a pioneering legal figure who played a key role in the legal battles for marriage equality in California.

William Dorsey Swann was an African American queer activist and former slave who became the
first known drag queen in the United States.

Roberta Achtenberg is a politician and civil rights advocate who became the first openly lesbian federal appointee confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

Mark Leno made history as the first openly gay man elected to the California State Senate, where he championed causes including LGBTQ+ rights.