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The German Penal Code criminalizes homosexual acts between men, leading to similar laws in other countries. -
The American Psychiatric Association adds homosexuality to its list of mental disorders. -
In 1967, homosexuality was decriminalized in England and Wales, marking a major step forward in the recognition of LGBT rights in the United Kingdom. -
The Stonewall Riots in New York City marked a turning point in the LGBT rights movement in the United States. The riots were a response to police raids on gay bars, and they helped to spark a wave of activism and advocacy for LGBT rights. -
The AIDS epidemic had a major impact on the recognition of LGBT people in the United States and around the world. While the epidemic initially fueled homophobic and transphobic attitudes, it also led to increased activism and advocacy for LGBT rights and for better healthcare for people with HIV/AIDS. -
The US Supreme Court upholds Georgia's sodomy law in Bowers v. Hardwick, which criminalizes same-sex sexual activity. -
The murder of Matthew Shepard, a gay college student, in Wyoming in 1998 brought national attention to hate crimes against LGBT people in the United States. -
The Supreme Court case of Lawrence v. Texas struck down laws criminalizing same-sex sexual activity in the United States. This ruling was a major activity for LGBT rights advocates and helped to pave the way for the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States. -
In recent years, a growing number of US states and countries have passed laws banning the practice of conversion therapy, which aims to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. These bans have been viewed as positive steps toward recognizing the harmful and pseudoscientific nature of conversion therapy. -
Uganda's proposed Anti-Homosexuality Act, also known as the "Kill the Gays" bill, drew international condemnation for its severe penalties for homosexuality, including the death penalty in some cases. -
In 2015, Ireland became the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage through a popular referendum. The referendum was widely viewed as a positive step towards greater recognition of LGBT rights and equality. -
The US Court rules that employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is prohibited under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.