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Prominent political activist and acclaimed author Angela Davis addressed racism and Black history as she spoke to the UA community Tuesday during the Distinguished Lectures Committeeâs first event of 2021.
Davis is a professor, author and civil rights activist who has advocated for feminist, racial equity and prison reform causes, among others. During Tuesdayâs discussion, moderated by Yvette Murphy-Erby, vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion, Davis covered topics including racism, womenâs rights and the role young people play in todayâs social justice movements.
Davis discussed the importance of recognizing and acknowledging the changing characteristics of freedom struggles, such as the younger generationâs emphasis on collective rather than individualistic leadership.
Envisioning Justice: The Many Faces of Social Justice in America Today, a conference about social justice issues and discrimination, is scheduled for Feb. 16