Harvey Milk

Harvey Milk was an influential LGBTQ+ rights activist and the first openly gay elected official in California, serving on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. His advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, social justice, and equality challenged societal norms in the 1970s. Milk worked tirelessly to combat discrimination and promote acceptance, emphasizing the importance of visibility and community organization. Tragically assassinated in 1978, his legacy endures as a symbol of the struggle for human rights, inspiring generations to continue fighting for equality and justice for all marginalized communities. His life and work underscore the essential nature of inclusion in society.