Ella Baker

Ella Baker was a prominent African American civil rights activist who played a key role in the struggle for social justice during the mid-20th century. Born in 1903, she emphasized grassroots organizing and was a strong advocate for empowering ordinary people to lead movements. Baker helped establish influential organizations like the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). Known for her belief in collective leadership rather than charismatic authority, she championed the idea that change comes from the community, making her a vital figure in the civil rights movement. She passed away in 1986.