Cecile Richards

Cecile Richards is an American activist and former president of Planned Parenthood, a nonprofit organization that provides reproductive health services, education, and advocacy. Under her leadership from 2006 to 2018, Richards expanded access to healthcare, particularly for women, and fought against legislative efforts to restrict reproductive rights. She is known for her strong advocacy for women's health and empowerment and has been involved in various social justice issues. After leaving Planned Parenthood, Richards co-founded Supermajority, an organization dedicated to mobilizing women voters and advancing gender equity in politics.