Alicia Garza is an American civil rights activist, community organizer, and author known for her work in the Black Lives Matter movement. She co-founded the movement in 2013 along with Patrisse Cullors and Opal Tometi, in response to the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin. Garza's work focuses on issues of racial justice, equality, and systemic oppression.
In addition to her activism, she has also written extensively on social justice and community organizing, and she has served in various leadership roles within social justice organizations. Garza is also known for her public speaking and for engaging in discussions about the importance of intersectionality in activism. Her contributions have made her a prominent figure in modern social movements aimed at achieving racial equity and justice.
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