Ida B. Wells

Journalist and Civil Rights Activist

Ida B. Wells - Activists & Humanitarians born July 16th, 1862
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A journalist and activist focused on civil rights and anti-lynching efforts. Wells co-founded the NAACP and wrote extensively on racial violence against African Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She conducted investigations into lynchings and published findings in pamphlets and articles, notably 'Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases'. Her work raised awareness of the injustices faced by the African American community, emphasizing the need for reform and justice. Wells also advocated for women's suffrage and was involved in various organizations that promoted civil rights and social justice.

Co-founded the NAACP

Authored 'Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases'

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