"From my youngest brother to immigrant women to black queer folks, those are the people who keep me going. When I think about their various acts of courage, it reminds me that I am not alone and that we can do even more, and we deserve more, so we have to keep going."
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Opal Tometi is a groundbreaking activist, writer, and co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement, whose work has profoundly shaped contemporary discourse on racial justice and human rights. Born in 1984 to Nigerian immigrant parents, Tometi's commitment to social justice was ignited by her experiences as a woman of color in the United States. She blends her ambitious advocacy with a passion for storytelling, aiming to amplify marginalized voices and inspire change. Tometi's legacy lies in her relentless pursuit of equality, embodying the spirit of empowerment for future generations.
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"As an immigrant justice advocate, I, of course, want legal status for everyone trying to make it in this country."
Opal Tometi