Stonewall at 50
LGBT+ struggles from around the world half a century on from the Stonewall Riots
The Stonewall Riots were a turning point in LGBT+ history, an act of resistance leading to annual pride marches around the world. But 51 years on, many LGBT+ people continue to face discrimination and violence.
Tanzania's anti-gay laws are among the worst in the world. ‘Human rights are not only for straight people’, says Tanzanian campaigner Amani. Joe, a British ex-naval sailor, has fought for 25 years to get back his medal after being dismissed from the navy because of his sexuality: it was illegal for gay and lesbian people to serve in the armed forces until 2000. 'I will get that medal back', he says, 'trust me.'
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