March on Washington for LGBTQ+ rights
GPTKB entity
Statements (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:event
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Cleve_Jones
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| gptkbp:attendees |
hundreds of thousands
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| gptkbp:date |
October 11, 1987
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| gptkbp:demands |
equal rights under the law
end discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals access to healthcare for LGBTQ+ individuals protection from hate crimes repeal of discriminatory laws |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
part of the larger civil rights movement
response to the AIDS crisis advocacy for LGBTQ+ visibility part of a series of marches for LGBTQ+ rights reaction to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
March on Washington for LGBTQ+ rights
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| gptkbp:impact |
influenced LGBTQ+ legislation
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| gptkbp:is_organized_by |
gptkb:Lambda_Legal
gptkb:National_LGBTQ_Task_Force gptkb:Human_Rights_Campaign |
| gptkbp:legacy |
influenced public opinion on LGBTQ+ rights
inspired future LGBTQ+ activism contributed to the eventual legalization of same-sex marriage in the U. S. led to the formation of new advocacy groups |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:media_coverage |
extensive
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| gptkbp:notable_performers |
gptkb:Marlon_Riggs
gptkb:Harvey_Milk gptkb:Coretta_Scott_King |
| gptkbp:outcome |
increased funding for LGBTQ+ organizations
increased political engagement among LGBTQ+ individuals inspired artistic expressions related to LGBTQ+ rights inspired documentaries and films about LGBTQ+ rights led to the establishment of scholarships for LGBTQ+ students encouraged research on LGBTQ+ issues encouraged youth involvement in LGBTQ+ advocacy fostered a sense of community among LGBTQ+ individuals highlighted the importance of allyship in advocacy influenced LGBTQ+ representation in politics influenced corporate policies on LGBTQ+ inclusion led to the creation of LGBTQ+ resource centers led to the establishment of annual pride events mobilized support for LGBTQ+ rights legislation fostered international solidarity for LGBTQ+ rights promoted intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ movement encouraged participation in local LGBTQ+ advocacy efforts strengthened coalitions among various civil rights groups sparked discussions on LGBTQ+ rights in religious communities promoted mental health resources for LGBTQ+ individuals greater awareness of LGBTQ+ issues in mainstream media encouraged educational initiatives on LGBTQ+ issues |
| gptkbp:purpose |
advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights
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| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:1993_March_on_Washington_for_Lesbian,_Gay_and_Bi_Equal_Rights_and_Liberation
2017 Equality March for Unity and Pride |
| gptkbp:significance |
increased visibility for LGBTQ+ issues
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