Patrisse Cullors
Patrisse Cullors
Patrisse Cullors (born June 20, 1983, in Los Angeles, California) is an American activist, author, and co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement. She became a prominent figure in social justice and racial equality through her advocacy for black liberation and the empowerment of marginalized communities. Cullors has dedicated her life to fighting for racial justice, prison reform, and the dismantling of systemic oppression. In 2013, she co-founded the Black Lives Matter movement alongside Alicia Garza and Opal Tometi, after the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the killing of Trayvon Martin.
In addition to her activism, Patrisse Cullors has written several works, including her memoir When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir, which details her experiences growing up in Los Angeles, her involvement in the Black Lives Matter movement, and her thoughts on justice and freedom. Cullors has been outspoken about the need for a cultural shift in how society views race and policing, and she continues to advocate for community-based solutions to social issues. She has worked with several organizations and is also an educator and public speaker.
Notable Quotes by Patrisse Cullors:
“We are not just fighting for our lives, we are fighting for our futures.”
“When we say Black Lives Matter, we are talking about the lives of our mothers, our fathers, our sisters, and our brothers. We are talking about the lives of all Black people who have been victims of state violence.”
“The movement for Black lives is about love, it's about freedom, it's about justice.”
Patrisse Cullors’ work continues to shape conversations about racial justice, equality, and social change, inspiring individuals to take action and advocate for a more just society.