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Rosa Parks refuses to give up her seat
In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to white men on a bus. This inspired many other African Americans around the country and started the Montgomery Bus Boycott. The Montgomery Bus Boycott played a huge role in the success of the Civil Rights movement. Without the Montgomery Bus Boycott, many of the important Civil Rights organizations and leaders would not have been created. “Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott.” Ushistory.org, Independence Hall Association -
Freedom Rides
In 1961, the Freedom Rides started and continued throughout the most of the year. A group of black and white people rode together on buses and when they would stop on the way, white people would use facilities designated for black people, and black people would use facilities designed for white people. They faced a severe reaction in Alabama, one bus was firebombed and the passengers were beaten severely. “Freedom Rides.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. -
March on Washington DC
This march was instrumental to the Civil Rights movement because MLK gave his "I have a dream" speech during this march. It was also successful in pressuring John F. Kennedy to initiate strong federal civil rights bill in congress. On this day, more then 200,000 people participated in this march for freedom and jobs. “March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.” The Martin Luther King, Jr., Research and Education Institute, 4 Aug. 2020. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 banned discrimination based on someone's race, color, gender or national origin. This act prohibited discrimination in any public spaces and in any federally funded program. African Americans began to get back their voting rights and the desegregation of schools was becoming larger. This act was later expanded to strengthen the enforcement of these laws. “Legal Highlight: The Civil Rights Act of 1964.” United States Department of Labor, -
Trudeau elected as Canada's Prime Minister
Pierre Trudeau was elected as Canada's prime minister in 1968 and dominated the political scene until the early 1980s. He was concerned with keeping the unity of Canada and maintaining good relations between the English and French Canadians. Trudeaumania was the nickname given to the excitement and energy around Trudeaus election and plans. “The Trudeau Years, 1968–84.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. -
International Women's Year
International Women's Year became the first international agreement to affirm the principle of equality between women and men. International Women's Day is an occasion to celebrate the progress made towards achieving gender equality and women's growth. It is a day to recognize the acts of women and to stand together to advance gender equality around the world. “International Women's Day.” UNESCO, 16 Apr. 2021, -
Immigration Reform and Control Act
This was the first major revision to US immigration laws in decades. This law prohibited any employers from knowingly hiring anyone who is unauthorized to work. As a result of this law, all employers must verify the identity and employment eligibility of all employees they are looking to hire. Not complying with these laws resulted in a fine. “Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).” Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) | Human Resources, -
First woman Prime Minister in Canada
Kim Campbell was the first female prime minister in Canada. In 1988, she became the first female to hold the office of Canadian attorney general and was a key figure in the movement to increase gun control in Canada. In 1993, she was elected at a national convention on June 13 and on June 25 officially became Canadas first female prime minister. “Kim Campbell Becomes Canada's First Female Prime Minister.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 9 Feb. 2010,