Cuba marks Latin America’s first LGBT history month

People pass in a vintage car in front of a rainbow flag hanging beside a Cuban flag at the Health Ministry building in Havana, Cuba, May 17, 2021. (Photo: REUTERS/Alexandre Meneghini TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Cuba has become the first Latin American country to celebrate LGBTQ+ history month, with advocates hoping the milestone spurs other nations to mark old wins and prevent new discrimination.

Dozens of events are scheduled throughout May, said founder…