Birthdate: May 5, 1921
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States
Died: August 27, 2008
Del Martin was a pioneering activist and journalist who dedicated her life to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and women’s equality. She co-founded the Daughters of Bilitis, the first national lesbian organization, and played a crucial role in the fight for same-sex marriage rights. Martin was a trailblazer in lesbian journalism, editing the influential newsletter The Ladder. She also made significant contributions to the National Organization for Women, advocating for lesbian issues within the feminist movement. Martin’s impactful work remains a source of inspiration for LGBTQ+ communities globally.
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