Henry Gerber, a German immigrant, founded the Society for Human Rights in 1924, becoming the first to fight for gay rights in the USA.
The Society for Human Rights began its mission to promote equality for LGBTQ+ individuals, but it faced police scrutiny and raids, which ultimately dissolved the organization within a year.
Gerber’s inspiration from the vibrant gay rights movement in Germany fueled his determination to establish a similar organization in the U.S., despite severe personal repercussions.
After being arrested and raided, Gerber faced significant legal challenges, using his life savings for defense, yet he continued advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.
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