Matthew Shepard

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gptkb:murder
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LGBTQ+ rights
hate crime awareness
gptkbp:born December 1, 1976
gptkbp:born_on December 1, 1976
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violent attack
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gptkbp:clinical_trial guilty verdicts
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gptkb:Matthew_Shepard_Memorial_Park
gptkb:Matthew_Shepard_and_James_Byrd,_Jr._Hate_Crimes_Prevention_Act
gptkb:National_Coming_Out_Day
gptkb:statues
statues and memorials
annual vigils
Matthew Shepard Foundation's annual events
Various memorials and vigils
October 12 as National Coming Out Day
gptkbp:community_impact raised awareness of hate crimes
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired numerous works of art and literature
symbol of the fight against hate crimes
gptkbp:death_date gptkb:21
gptkbp:died his parents
October 12, 1998
gptkbp:died_from_his_injuries_on October 12, 1998
gptkbp:died_in gptkb:Laramie,_Wyoming
gptkbp:died_on October 12, 1998
gptkbp:documentary Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine
gptkbp:events Matthew Shepard's murder
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gptkbp:has_been_portrayed_in_films gptkb:true
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gptkbp:has_been_the_subject_of_academic_studies gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_been_the_subject_of_numerous_articles gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_been_the_subject_of_numerous_tributes gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_impact_on LGBT activism
hate crime legislation
gptkbp:has_influenced LGBTQ+ activism
anti-bullying campaigns
LGBTQ+ youth advocacy
gptkbp:has_inspired scholarship programs
Numerous documentaries
Plays and performances
activism and advocacy efforts
Books about hate crimes
gptkbp:has_inspired_activism_for LGBTQ+ rights
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increased awareness of hate crimes
gptkbp:has_parent gptkb:Dennis_Shepard
gptkb:Judy_Shepard
gptkbp:has_student_body gptkb:University_of_Wyoming
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Matthew Shepard
gptkbp:influenced LGBT rights activism
art and literature
community outreach initiatives
human rights advocacy
LGBTQ+ activism
social justice movements
anti-bullying campaigns
educational programs on tolerance
hate crime legislation
media representation of LGBTQ+ issues
LGBT rights legislation
public discourse on hate crimes
interfaith dialogues on acceptance
mental health awareness for LGBTQ+ youth
law enforcement training on hate crimes
public perception of LGBTQ+ issues
LGBTQ+ youth support services
hate crime prevention strategies
political activism for LGBTQ+ rights
community safety initiatives for LGBTQ+ individuals
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various films and documentaries
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gptkb:Matthew_Shepard_and_James_Byrd,_Jr._Hate_Crimes_Prevention_Act
LGBTQ+ activism
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gptkbp:is_a_subject_of numerous documentaries
public discourse on hate crimes
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of LGBT rights
gptkbp:is_active_in theater and music programs
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:The_Matthew_Shepard_Foundation
gptkb:The_Laramie_Project
LGBT rights
hate crime legislation
gptkbp:is_attended_by gptkb:University_of_Wyoming
gptkbp:is_considered a martyr for LGBTQ+ rights
gptkbp:is_considered_as A martyr for LGBTQ+ rights
gptkbp:is_discussed_in academic studies
gptkbp:is_featured_in news articles and reports
gptkbp:is_found_in passersby
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gptkbp:is_known_for LGBT rights advocacy
hate crime victim
gptkbp:is_mentioned_in gptkb:political_speeches
gptkbp:is_part_of American history regarding LGBTQ+ rights.
gptkbp:is_portrayed_as gptkb:The_Laramie_Project:_Ten_Years_Later
gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:films
gptkb:The_Laramie_Project
films and television shows
Various documentaries
The Matthew Shepard Story
various actors in film and theater
Matthew Shepard: The Laramie Project
Films about hate crimes
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:human_rights_organizations
gptkb:the_United_Nations
numerous awards and recognitions
numerous vigils
gptkbp:is_remembered_for gptkb:memorials
gptkb:National_Hate_Crime_Awareness_Day
gptkb:LGBTQ+_organizations
gptkb:annual_events
gptkb:human_rights_organizations
gptkb:Matthew_Shepard_Foundation
gptkb:LGBTQ+_community
gptkb:educational_programs
gptkb:social_movements
gptkb:artwork
gptkb:theater_productions
Community outreach programs
community events
scholarships
community outreach programs
educational initiatives
Public awareness campaigns
advocacy groups
art installations
social justice initiatives
public speeches
LGBTQ+ film festivals
Art installations and exhibitions
candlelight vigils
Support for anti-bullying campaigns
Scholarships for LGBTQ+ students
annual vigils
public vigils
Educational programs on tolerance
Advocacy for mental health resources for LGBTQ+ youth
Advocacy for safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals
Annual pride events
Collaborations with artists and activists
Commemorative days and events
Community dialogues on acceptance
Hate crime legislation discussions
Human rights organizations' initiatives
International LGBTQ+ rights movements
Legislative advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights
Public art projects honoring his memory
Public speeches and lectures on equality
Research on hate crimes and their impact
Social media campaigns against hate
Support for LGBTQ+ youth organizations
Cultural discussions on violence against marginalized groups
his tragic death and its impact
the LGBTQ+ community and allies
gptkbp:is_symbolic_of the struggle against homophobia
gptkbp:is_targeted_at gptkb:Russell_Henderson
gptkb:Aaron_Mc_Kinney
gptkb:LGBTQ+_community
his sexual orientation
gptkbp:known_for LGBT rights activism
being a victim of a high-profile hate crime
gptkbp:legacy LGBT rights advocacy
increased awareness of hate crimes
increased awareness of LGBTQ+ rights
increased awareness of hate crimes against LGBTQ individuals
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gptkbp:memorials gptkb:The_Laramie_Project
gptkb:Wyoming
gptkb:Matthew_Shepard_Foundation
gptkb:true
numerous vigils and events
gptkbp:nationality gptkb:American
gptkbp:notable_burials gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
gptkb:Washington_National_Cathedral
a cemetery in Washington, D. C.
gptkbp:notable_for LGBT rights advocacy
being a victim of a high-profile hate crime
gptkbp:occupation gptkb:students
gptkbp:parent gptkb:Dennis_Shepard
gptkb:Judy_Shepard
gptkbp:place_of_birth gptkb:Casper,_Wyoming
gptkb:Casper,_Wyoming,_USA
gptkbp:place_of_death gptkb:Laramie,_Wyoming
gptkb:Laramie,_Wyoming,_USA
gptkbp:portrayed_in gptkb:The_Laramie_Project_(film)
gptkb:The_Laramie_Project:_Ten_Years_Later
gptkb:The_Laramie_Project
The Matthew Shepard Story
The Laramie Project (play)
gptkbp:significant_event his death led to the passage of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act.
gptkbp:was_21_years_old_at_the_time_of_his_death gptkb:true
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gptkbp:was_a_catalyst_for hate crime legislation
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gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_brutal_beating gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_crime_that_highlighted_the_need_for hate crime laws
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_crime_that_led_to_increased_awareness_of LGBTQ+ issues
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_crime_that_shocked_the_nation gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_hate_crime gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_hate_crime_motivated_by homophobia
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_robbery gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_a_violent_crime gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_of_anti-gay_violence gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_a_victim_whose_legacy_continues_to_impact gptkb:LGBTQ+_rights_advocacy
gptkbp:was_a_victim_whose_story_has_been_told_in_various_formats gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_attacked_in_a_rural_area gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_attacked_on_a_rural_road gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_attending gptkb:University_of_Wyoming
gptkbp:was_beaten_with a pistol
gptkbp:was_educated_at gptkb:University_of_Wyoming
gptkbp:was_executed_by gptkb:Russell_Henderson
gptkb:Aaron_Mc_Kinney
gptkb:1998
gptkb:Laramie,_Wyoming
October 12, 1998
Aaron Mc Kinney and Russell Henderson
gptkbp:was_found_by_a_cyclist gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_honored_by_the_u._s._congress gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_hospitalized_at gptkb:Poudre_Valley_Hospital
gptkbp:was_in_a_coma_for_several_days gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_left_for_dead_in a rural area
gptkbp:was_part_of discussions on civil rights
discussions on social justice
discussions on public policy
the LGBTQ+ rights movement
discussions on hate speech
discussions on mental health awareness
discussions on education reform
discussions on bullying
discussions on LGBTQ+ safety
discussions on community response
discussions on discrimination
discussions on law enforcement response
discussions on legal reforms
discussions on support for victims
discussions on violence against LGBTQ+ individuals
national conversations about hate crimes
gptkbp:was_remembered_in_a_song_titled gptkb:The_Ballad_of_Matthew_Shepard
gptkbp:was_remembered_on_the_anniversary_of_his_death gptkb:true
gptkbp:was_supported_by gptkb:celebrities
gptkbp:was_the_focus_of_a_national_conversation_about hate crimes
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gptkbp:was_tied_to a fence
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