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The LGBTQ+ Movement Towards Equity: Historical Perspectives and Social Justice Implications

The LGBTQ+ Movement Towards Equity: Historical Perspectives and Social Justice Implications

Lyndsey A. Benharris
Copyright: © 2022 |Pages: 12
ISBN13: 9781668436745|ISBN10: 1668436744|EISBN13: 9781668436752
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-3674-5.ch001
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Benharris, Lyndsey A. "The LGBTQ+ Movement Towards Equity: Historical Perspectives and Social Justice Implications." Research Anthology on Inclusivity and Equity for the LGBTQ+ Community, edited by Information Resources Management Association, IGI Global, 2022, pp. 1-12. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-3674-5.ch001

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Benharris, L. A. (2022). The LGBTQ+ Movement Towards Equity: Historical Perspectives and Social Justice Implications. In I. Management Association (Ed.), Research Anthology on Inclusivity and Equity for the LGBTQ+ Community (pp. 1-12). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-3674-5.ch001

Chicago

Benharris, Lyndsey A. "The LGBTQ+ Movement Towards Equity: Historical Perspectives and Social Justice Implications." In Research Anthology on Inclusivity and Equity for the LGBTQ+ Community, edited by Information Resources Management Association, 1-12. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2022. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-3674-5.ch001

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Abstract

This chapter will describe the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) movement, and the impacts on terms, laws, health, and social justice. First, this chapter will explore historical movements from the 1960s to the present day, outlining specific historical events that changed the discourse for many in LGBTQ+ communities. Next, the author will describe important terms and the changes in terminology over the years. Third, this chapter will discuss the lack of federal protection laws and identify states that have protection laws. Lastly, the author will connect state protection laws and the issues that face young students who are transgender.

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