"Ain't I a Woman?"

"Ain't I a Woman?" is a famous speech delivered by Sojourner Truth in 1851 at a women’s rights convention in Akron, Ohio. It powerfully highlights the intersection of race and gender by asserting that Black women deserve the same rights and respect as white women and men. Truth discusses her experiences of hard labor and motherhood, challenging societal perceptions of femininity and strength. The speech resonates as a pivotal call for equality, emphasizing that all women, regardless of race, endure unique struggles and should be acknowledged for their contributions and rights.