1977 Combahee River Collective Statement

The 1977 Combahee River Collective Statement is a foundational document from a group of Black feminists advocating for intersectionality—recognizing how race, gender, sexuality, and class intersect and impact people's lives. The collective emphasized that the struggles of Black women are unique and cannot be addressed by feminist or civil rights movements alone. They called for a holistic approach to social justice, asserting that liberation for Black women is crucial to achieving broader societal change. This statement highlighted the importance of grassroots activism and self-determination in the fight against oppression.