Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR)

Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR) was a grassroots organization founded in 1970 by Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera to support homeless transgender youth and marginalized LGBTQ+ individuals. It aimed to address the lack of resources and recognition for those often rejected by society and mainstream organizations. Operating in New York City, STAR provided shelter, advocacy, and community-building efforts, challenging systemic discrimination and promoting LGBTQ+ rights. The organization played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the struggles of transgender and homeless people, advocating for social justice and greater acceptance within the broader civil rights movement.