Alicia Garza, author portrait
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Alicia Garza

Alicia Garza is an organizer, political strategist, and cheeseburger enthusiast. She is the principal at the Black Futures Lab and the Black to the Future Action Fund, co-creator of #BlackLivesMatter and the Black Lives Matter Global Network, director of strategy and partnerships at the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and host of the Lady Don’t Take No podcast.
The Purpose of Power

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The Purpose of Power

Books for Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month in March, we are sharing books by women who have shaped history and have fought for their communities. Our list includes books about women who fought for racial justice, abortion rights, equality in the workplace, and ranges in topics from women in politics and prominent women in history to

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Books for World Day of Social Justice

The United Nations recognizes February 20th as World Day of Social Justice. This year’s theme is “Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social Justice,” focusing on the importance of inclusive policies and social protections to address systemic inequality. Here is a collection centered on social justice issues including antiracism and race relations, environmental justice, support for

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