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Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) rights in the U.S. state of Indiana have been shaped by both state and federal law. These evolved from harsh penalties established early in the state's history to the decriminalization of same-sex activity in 1977 and the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2014.
The Fort Wayne Free Press was an alternative newspaper published in Fort Wayne, Indiana, between 1971 and 1974. [1] Its stated purpose was to "seek out and disseminate. to the public, news and opinions on social issues relating the Fort Wayne community and to act In the supporting role of community organization-for individuals and groups in the community."
13 – In the U.S., the city council of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passes an ordinance which adds sexual orientation to its municipal anti-discrimination law. 17 – Vancouver, British Columbia resident Aaron Webster is killed in what many believe to be a gay bashing attack.
To start, Pride Month began 54 years ago in June 1970 with Gay Pride Week, a celebration that marked the first anniversary of the violent raid at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City.
Initiated in 1997, Fort Wayne Pride celebrates northeast Indiana's LGBTQ community. [162] BBQ RibFest showcases barbecue rib cooks and live entertainment, attracting 40,000 visitors annually. [163] Fort4Fitness is a certified half marathon, 4-mile (6.4 km) run/walk, and health fair. Over 9,000 participated in the 2011 half marathon. [164]
Pride Month is celebrated annually in June to honor the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community. Its roots trace back to the 1969 Stonewall riots.
Gay pride Sion 2001 [5] July 7 2001 Pride 2004 Geneva: Geneva: Gay pride 2004: July 10 ... Fort Wayne Pride: Fort Wayne, Indiana: www.fwpride.org: July 1998 Frameline:
Pride (also known as LGBTQ pride, LGBTQIA pride, LGBT pride, queer pride or gay and lesbian pride) [5] is the promotion of the rights, self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and increased visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people as a social group.