May 17·Every year

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

Marks the 1990 day the WHO removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. Now observed in 130+ countries — including some where same-sex relationships are still illegal.

Category: Awareness
Observed in: Franceofficial

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Notable · 2004

Massachusetts became the first U.S. state to legalize same-sex marriage.

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