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A diverse crowd of protesters in New York City holding signs for Black Lives Matter, with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Black Lives Matter: NYC's Ongoing Fight for Racial Justice

Explore NYC's enduring efforts for racial justice through BLM.

7/1/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A lively protest scene in 1960s New York City, showcasing diverse activists with banners under warm sunlight.

The Anti-War Movement: NYC's Stand Against Vietnam War

Explore NYC's pivotal role in the anti-war movement during Vietnam.

6/27/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A lively community garden in a city, with diverse people engaged in gardening activities, surrounded by urban architecture and sunlight.

Environmental Justice: NYC Activism for a Greener Future

Explore NYC's grassroots movements for environmental justice.

6/27/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A lively block party in the South Bronx, with young people enjoying music and colorful graffiti in the background.

The Birth of Hip-Hop: Social Change through Music in NYC

Explore how hip-hop emerged as a powerful tool for social change in NYC.

6/27/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A diverse group of civil rights activists in 1940s NYC, holding signs for racial equality amidst vintage buildings and cars.

Civil Rights Movement: NYC's Contribution to Racial Equality

Exploring New York City's vital contributions to racial equality.

6/27/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A historical street scene in New York City, filled with immigrant workers and factories, depicting the vibrancy of early 20th-century life.

Labor Movements: NYC's Role in Shaping Workers' Rights

Explore NYC's pivotal role in the evolution of labor rights.

6/26/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A lively Pride parade with diverse participants celebrating in a city street, filled with colorful flags and festive attire.

Stonewall: The Catalyst for LGBTQ+ Rights in New York City

Exploring the Stonewall uprising and its impact on LGBTQ+ rights.

6/9/2025•Claud Runolfsson
A gathering of women in 1848 discussing women's rights at the Seneca Falls Convention, surrounded by banners and natural light.

The Birth of Modern Feminism: NYC's Influence on Women's Rights

Explore how New York City shaped the modern feminist movement.

6/5/2025•Claud Runolfsson