Audre Lorde

Audre Lorde (1934-1992) was a writer, poet, and civil rights activist. She was a self-described "black, lesbian, feminist, socialist, mother, warrior, poet."

Lorde was born in New York City to Caribbean immigrants. She attended Hunter College and Columbia University. She worked as a librarian and a teacher.

Lorde was a powerful voice for social justice. She wrote about racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression. She was a pioneer in the fields of black feminism and lesbian literature.

Lorde's work is still relevant today. Her poetry, essays, and speeches continue to inspire people around the world.