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  1. About MarshaMarsha P. Johnson Institute

    Marsha went by “BLACK Marsha” before settling on Marsha P. Johnson. The “P” stood for “Pay It No Mind,” which is what Marsha would say in response to questions about her gender.

  2. Marsha P. Johnson - Wikipedia

    Marsha P. Johnson (August 24, 1945 – July 3, 1992) was an American LGBTQ activist, sex worker, and performer.

  3. Life Story: Marsha P. Johnson - Women & the American Story

    Marsha P. Johnson was a transgender activist who participated in the Stonewall Uprising and fought for equal rights.

  4. Marsha P. Johnson | Biography, Activism, & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 27, 2025 · American drag queen and activist Marsha P. Johnson was dedicated to social justice for the gay and transgender communities.

  5. Marsha P. Johnson - National Women's History Museum

    Marsha P. Johnson was one of the most prominent figures of the gay rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s in New York City. Always sporting a smile, Johnson was an important advocate for homeless …

  6. New biography documents life of pioneering LGBTQ rights activist Marsha

    Jun 18, 2025 · A new biography, "Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson," tells the story of the Black transgender pioneer’s fight on the frontlines of history as a leader in the early LGBTQ …

  7. Marsha P. Johnson: Biography, LGBTQ Activist, Stonewall Protester

    May 29, 2024 · LGBTQ rights activist Marsha P. Johnson advocated for trans people and took part in the Stonewall riots. Read about her life as a drag queen, death, and more.

  8. Marsha - Wikipedia

    Marsha is a variant spelling of Marcia. Notable people with the name include:

  9. Sen. Marsha Blackburn jumps into race for Tennessee governor

    Aug 6, 2025 · NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn announced Wednesday that she is entering the open Tennessee governor’s race in 2026, setting up a primary …

  10. Who We Are – Marsha P. Johnson Institute

    MPJI protects and defends the human rights of BLACK transgender people. We are continuing the legacy of our namesake, mother Marsha, by championing support and solutions for BLACK trans …