Septima Poinsette Clark
American educator and civil rights activist
Born
May 3rd, 1898
126 years ago
Died
1987
38 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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An educator and civil rights activist played a significant role in the movement for racial equality in the United States. Working as a teacher in various capacities, focused on adult education and literacy programs to empower African Americans. Established the Citizenship Schools, which educated countless individuals on reading and writing, enabling them to register to vote. Advocated for civil rights through organizations such as the NAACP and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Contributed to the desegregation of schools and fought against discriminatory practices in education and voting.
Established Citizenship Schools for adult education
Worked with NAACP and SCLC for civil rights
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