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The Conversation U.S. @us.theconversation.com · 7d

The phrase “coming out” didn’t start as a public declaration — it began in the shadows, among coded phrases and hidden communities.

Over time, it became a political act, a rallying cry, and a model for other social movements.

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🏳️🌈 #LGBTQHistoryMonth

The history of ‘coming out,’ from secret gay code to popular political protest

In the 1950s, ‘coming out’ meant quietly acknowledging one’s sexual orientation. Today, the term is used by a broad array of social movements.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 4d

This LGBTQ History Month, we’re not just honoring the past — we’re fighting for a future where all trans youth can grow up and thrive as themselves.

Blue graphic with a quote in pink and white text reading "Our son is trans. He knew he was a boy, long before he had access to social media or had met other trans people... My son is alive and has a great life because of gender-affirming care.” The quote is attributed to: Anonymous parent of a trans child

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Rodney Wilson @rodneycwilson.bsky.social · 10h

"October is LGBTQ+ History Month in the US. To mark the occasion, the New York Historical museum... of New York City has just launched an exhibition to commemorate and celebrate Black, queer life in Harlem in the first half of the 20th century." #LGBTQHistoryMonth

www.gaycities.com/articles/101...

New York City celebrates the “Gay Harlem Renaissance" - GayCities

‘The Pansy Craze’ and other moments of Black, queer history remembered.

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · 1d

Our 16th quarterly meeting was held today, with 12 representatives from 10 LGBTQ+ history months around the world: Armenia, Finland, France, Italy, N. Ireland, New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, USA, and Wales. #LGBTQHistoryMonth

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Rodney Wilson @rodneycwilson.bsky.social · 14d

An October past time is exploring the artwork various groups create for History Month. Here are a few of my favorites so far this October. #lgbtqhistorymonth

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Craig Pittman @craigtimes.bsky.social · Aug 14

#Florida school board again rejects Moms for Liberty proposal to ditch LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation. www.orlandoweekly.com/news/orange-... via @shecarrieson.bsky.social

Orange County School Board rejects bid to ditch LGBTQ+ History Month proclamation

This is the second time school board member and Moms for Liberty activist Alicia Farrant has tried to get rid of the proclamation.

www.orlandoweekly.com

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Pink Armenia @pinkarmenia.org · 17d

Աճող մարտահրավերներ, նոր զեկույցներ. ահա թե ինչ պատկեր ունեցանք անցած ամիս ԼԳԲՏ+ շարժման համար Հայաստանում։
pinkarmenia.org/news-events/...
Rising challenges, new reports: here’s what shaped the last month for LGBT+ movement in Armenia.
pinkarmenia.org/en/news-even...

Լրամփոփ | սեպտեմբեր 2025 | Pink Armenia

Լրամփոփ | սեպտեմբեր 2025 Pink Armenia

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · 29d

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October 28 @ 4:00p MDT @ MacEwan University - Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Free tickets (in-person or Zoom) here:
www.showpass.com/lgbtqhistory...

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · 29d

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ICoHM members: Alessio Ponzio and Miriam Benslimane (Canada), Sue Sanders (UK), Rául Pérez Monzón (Cuba), Claire O'Leary (Aotearoa-New Zealand), and Rodney Wilson (USA).

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · 29d

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A hybrid (live/Zoom) conversation with ICoHM members from Canada, the UK, Cuba, New Zealand, and USA, with special guest Ben Garcia, director of the American LGBTQ+ Museum in NYC. Details in thread. #LGBTQHistoryMonth

Free tickets (in-person or Zoom) here:
www.showpass.com/lgbtqhistory...

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jul 18

ICoHM reps from (row 1) the UK, USA, New Zealand, Hungary; (row 2) Canada, Armenia, Spain, France; and (row 3) New Zealand, Spain, and Hungary met today to talk about history months around the world in more challenging times.

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jul 1

Another great essay by @norenashopland.bsky.social !

Norena Shopland @norenashopland.bsky.social · Jun 29

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Pride Month: when The Killing of Sister George came to Wales

Norena Shopland In 1968, the comedy play The Killing of Sister George was turned into a film by director Robert Aldrich and filmed in America. Beryl Reid, who had appeared in the original play, repris...

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jul 1

Proud of the work ICoHM member @mmkarmenia.bsky.social is doing!

Mamikon Hovsepyan @mmkarmenia.bsky.social · Jul 1

I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to present a deeply personal story at TEDx MoskovyanSt.
The video will be ready soon and I will be happy to share the story with you.
#TEDx #TedTalk #LGBT #Armenia

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Pink Armenia @pinkarmenia.org · Jun 30

As #PrideMonth comes to a close, our voices remain loud, our love remains bold, and our fight remains unwavering.
Every day we choose visibility over silence, love over fear, and community over isolation.
We’re here. We’re proud. And we remind that our pride is not decoration - it is a declaration.

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Pink Armenia @pinkarmenia.org · Jul 1

Հպարտության ամսվա հիմնական իրադարձությունների մասին կարող եք կարդալ Լրամփոփում
pinkarmenia.org/news-events/...

You can read about the main events of the Pride Month Recap
pinkarmenia.org/en/news-even...

Լրամփոփ | հունիս 2025 | Pink Armenia

Լրամփոփ | հունիս 2025 Pink Armenia

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 28

"Organisers estimated that a record 200,000 people may have taken part despite mounting pressure from nationalist conservative politicians and police to stop any display of pro-LGBTQ material." 🇭🇺 🏳️‍🌈

www.bbc.com/news/article...

Budapest Pride draws huge crowds in defiance of Orban legal threats

Tens of thousands have gathered for the LGBTQ march in Hungary's capital, despite a police ban and warning from PM Viktor Orban.

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Rodney Wilson @rodneycwilson.bsky.social · Jun 23

As I wrote in this review of Kimm Topping's new book: "I had no idea so much was happening beyond my vision by a cadre of amazing young activists" -- and this is a "happy book" about their work! (Don't miss the link to the free Teacher's Guide.)

www.lgbtqnation.com/2025/06/youn...

Young queer activists are fighting to rebuild the world. This book isn't waiting to celebrate them. - LGBTQ Nation

I had no idea so much was happening beyond my vision by a cadre of amazing young activists.

www.lgbtqnation.com

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 21

ICoHM member @norenashopland.bsky.social has just been named a Welsh national treasure: "Wales' leading LGBTQ+ history academic." So well deserved and, to ICoHM, she's an international treasure, too! To read the listing:
www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-n...

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Norena Shopland @norenashopland.bsky.social · Jun 1

Three years ago, my guidebook hit the shelves in paperback. This #PrideMonth, I'm reflecting on how it continues to help illuminate queer histories previously lost to time. You can find out more here! invt.io/1bxb7fv7ejx @tandfresearch.bsky.social

Celebrate Pride Month with me!

Find out more here

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 1

4 of 4 - The project began under former Deputy Lord Mayor Mary Ellen Campbell (right), and was completed under current Lord Mayor, Councillor Micky Murray (left).

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 1

3 of 4 - news story: www.irishnews.com/news/norther...

‘Significant’ moment as LGBTQ+ community celebrated with new Belfast City Hall stained glass window

The window was unveiled by Lord Mayor Micky Murray on Thursday

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 1

2 of 4 - Video footage of unveiling ceremony: youtu.be/yGxdh5tEEJs?...

Stained Glass Window unveiling Belfast City Hall - Celebrating LGBTQ+ Community

YouTube video by Gareth Lee

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · Jun 1

1 of 4 - A magnificent day last week at the Belfast City Hall where a new, beautiful LGBTQ+ Pride stained-glass window was installed! It’s breathtaking, as seen in this Belfast City Council photo. Happy Pride Month! (Links to unveiling ceremony and to news accounts and another photo in comments.)

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · May 31

If you live in the midsection of the USA and haven't had a chance yet to visit the 6,000 square feet / 560 square meters of space at the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis devoted to 100+ years of LGBTQ+ St. Louis-area history, the exhibit closes on July 6. #LGBTQHistoryMonth

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International Committee on LGBTQ+ History Months @icohm.bsky.social · May 31

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...long-established evidence for the life saving nature of gender-affirming care, and the Utah Republicans who commissioned the report are silent."

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