: The 1969 Stonewall riots in New York, considered the catalyst for modern Pride, were led by figures like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera .
: Some cultures recognize a "third gender," such as the Hijra in India, who are often distinct from Western binary definitions of transgender. Understanding the Transgender Community - HRC shemalesfuckguys
The Transgender Community and LGBTQ Culture: Origins, Identity, and Advocacy : The 1969 Stonewall riots in New York,