May 17th, Scientists Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, International Day (IDAHOT)
The following is an expanded list of well-known scientists, including individuals who have made significant contributions to their fields and have been open about their sexual identity, had problems with it or have worked in related areas:
Alan Hart - (1890-1962) American physician and tuberculosis researcher.
Alan Turing - (1912-1954) British mathematician and computer scientist.
Angela Clayton - (1967-present) Australian marine biologist and transgender activist.
Ben Barres - (1954-2017) American neurobiologist.
Bruce Voeller - (1934-1994) American biologist and AIDS researcher.
Chastity Bono (now Chaz Bono) - (1969-present) American writer, musician, and transgender advocate.
Chien-Shiung Wu - (1912-1997) Chinese-American physicist who contributed to the Manhattan Project.
Evelyn Boyd Granville - (1924-present) American mathematician and one of the first African-American women to earn a Ph.D. in mathematics.
Evelyn Hooker - (1907-1996) American psychologist known for her research challenging the view that homosexuality is a mental illness.
Isaac Newton - (1643-1727) English physicist, mathematician, and astronomer who is widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists in history. He formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation, revolutionizing our understanding of the physical world.
J. Michael Bailey - (1957-present) American psychologist known for his research on human sexuality.
Leonardo da Vinci - (1452-1519) Italian polymath, renowned for his contributions as a painter, sculptor, architect, scientist, inventor, and writer. He is widely considered one of the greatest artists and thinkers of all time, known for iconic works like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.
Lynn Breedlove - (1961-present) American musician, writer, and transgender activist.
Lynn Conway - (1938-present) American computer scientist and transgender activist.
Lynn Margulis - (1938-2011) American biologist known for her work on endosymbiotic theory.
Nergis Mavalvala - (1968-present) Pakistani-American astrophysicist, First MIT woman Dean
Richard Isay - (1934-2012) American psychiatrist known for his work on sexual orientation and psychoanalysis.
Sally Ride - (1951-2012) American physicist and astronaut.
Sara Josephine Baker - (1873-1945) American physician and public health pioneer.
Sophie Wilson - (1957-present) British computer scientist and designer of the ARM architecture.
This list is a tribute to a diverse range of scientists and advocates, who have made contributions to their respective fields and have had an impact on LGBTQ+ visibility and acceptance.
We must remember that LGBT rights and issues are not limited to a single day or month but require continuous efforts and advocacy for equality and human rights throughout the year.
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May 17th is recognized as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOT). It is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the discrimination, prejudice, and violence faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals worldwide.
The choice of May 17th as the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOT) is rooted in historical significance. On May 17, 1990, the World Health Organization (WHO) removed homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), effectively recognizing that homosexuality is not a mental disorder. This important decision was a significant milestone in the recognition of LGBTQ+ rights and helped challenge the prevailing stigmatization and discrimination against sexual and gender minorities.
In 2004, the date of May 17th was selected by a group of international organizations and activists as a symbolic day to highlight the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ rights and to commemorate the WHO's decision. The acronym IDAHOT was later expanded to include "Transphobia" and "Biphobia" to reflect the broader scope of discrimination faced by transgender and bisexual individuals.
Since then, May 17th has been observed globally as IDAHOT, with events, campaigns, and advocacy efforts organized to raise awareness about the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ people, promote inclusivity, and advocate for equal rights and protections. The date serves as an opportunity to mobilize communities, foster dialogue, and work towards eliminating homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia in all their forms.
IDAHOT aims to foster inclusivity, challenge discriminatory laws and practices, and promote understanding and acceptance of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Various events, initiatives, and advocacy campaigns are organized worldwide on this day to raise awareness, educate the public, and foster a more inclusive society.
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