The transgender community has long been a foundational pillar of LGBTQ culture, driving pivotal movements and expanding the boundaries of gender identity. While the community has achieved significant visibility and legal milestones, it currently faces a dual landscape of increasing public support and an unprecedented surge in restrictive legislation.

: One of the first LGBTQ uprisings in the US involving transgender people and drag queens.

: Led by figures like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera , this event is widely considered the turning point for modern queer rights.

The modern LGBTQ rights movement is deeply rooted in transgender activism, with early uprisings often led by trans women of color.