S.T.A.R. (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries)

S.T.A.R. (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries) was a pioneering organization founded in 1970 by LGBTQ+ activists Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. It aimed to support homeless transgender individuals, especially transgender youth and sex workers, providing shelter, resources, and advocacy. S.T.A.R. operated with a focus on racial and social justice, emphasizing the need for community-led activism. Their work challenged both societal discrimination and the exclusion of trans people from mainstream LGBTQ+ movements, highlighting the intersection of gender, homelessness, and activism. S.T.A.R. played a crucial role in advancing visibility and rights for marginalized transgender communities.