Women of the Civil Rights Movement

In recognition of the upcoming 2024 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, here’s a list of media resources that shine a light on the critical (and often overlooked) role of BIPOC women in the civil rights movement. 

Civil Rights National Women's History Museum

The unsung heroes of civil rights are black women you've never heard of

Black Women of the Civil Rights Movement by Wendi Manuel-Scott, The Great Courses - Lecture

The Books That Bring The Civil Rights Movement To Life : Code Switch : NPR

Five Inspiring Black Women Who Played a Role in the Civil Rights Movement - Verily

Women in the Civil Rights Movement Historic Context Statement and AACRN Listing Guidance (African American Civil Rights Network) (U.S. National Park Service)

Women's History Month: Just as in the civil rights movement, Black women are leading the way in today's social justice activism

18 Key Figures From The Civil Rights Movement

Fearless Women of Color: Civil Rights Memorial Center celebrates Women's History Month with virtual panel discussion

Click - Women in Civil Rights - Women in the Civil Rights Movement, Ella Baker, Black Women and Civil Rights, Women and Civil Rights Act