Fighting for Freedom
Who is Rosa Parks?
In 2021, she became the first female, first Black, and first South Asian U.S Vice President.
Who is Kamala Harris?
She made history as the first Black woman Supreme Court Justice in the U.S.
Who is Ketanji Brown Jackson?
A seven-time Olympic gold medalist, who is the most decorated gymnast in history.
Who is Simone Biles?
This talk show host, actress, and philanthropist became the first Black female billionate.
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
An American abolitionist who led hundreds of enslaved people to freedom
Who is Harriet Tubman?
Before Rosa Parks, this 15 year old was the first to refuse to give up her bus seat, sparking an early protest
Who is Claudette Colvin?
This artist made history in 2019 as the first Black woman to headline Coachella, performing a groundbreaking set that was later turned into a Netflix documentary.
This tennis champion became the first Black woman to hold the World No. 1 ranking in singles
Who is Serena Williams?
This First Lady became an influential advocate for education and health, particularly focusing on the well-being of children and women of color.
Who is Michelle Obama?
This abolitionist famously asked "Aint I a Woman?" at the 1851 Women's Convention
Who is Sojourner Truth?
This activist became the first Black woman to run for President of the United States in 1972.
She became well known after her rise to fame from the hit TV series Scandal and the creation of her own production company which has made other shows like Grey's Anatomy and Bridgerton.
Who is Shonda Rhimes?
This gymnast became the first African American woan to win the Olympic all-around gold medal in 2012
Who is Gabby Douglas?
This author and activist became the first African American woman to receive a doctorate from Yale University and is known for her work in civil rights.
Who is Angela Davis?
A fearless journalist and activist, she exposed the horrors of lynching in the late 1800s.
Who is Ida B. Wells?
This American-born astronaut was the first Black woman to travel into space in 1992.
Who is Mae Jemison?
This influential poet and author became the first Black woman to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993.
Who is Toni Morrison?
in 1983, this athlete became the first African American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating.
Who is Debi Thomas?
She was one of the most influential figures of the Harlem Renaissance
Who is Zora Neale Hurston?
She co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and fought for voting rights despite severe backlash.
Who is Fannie Loud Hamer?
This track star became the first African American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in high jump in 1936.
Who is Alice Coachman
This fencing champion became the first American woman to compete in the Olympics wearing a hijab.
Who is Ibtihaj Muhammad?
In 2016, this swimmer became the first African American woman to win a gold medal in swimming at the Olympics.
Who is Simone Manuel?
This co-founder of the Me Too movement helped bring awareness to the widespread issue of sexual harassment and assault.
Who is Tarana Burke?