About This Lesson
This lesson introduces students to Marsha P. Johnson, a key figure in the LGBTQ+ rights movement and a central presence during the Stonewall uprising. Students will explore the significance of the Stonewall Inn protests and how they helped spark a broader movement for LGBTQ+ equality. Through discussion and analysis, students will examine Johnson’s activism, her role in supporting marginalized communities, and her lasting impact on the fight for freedom, visibility, and rights.