1912 - 2010
Dorothy Height was an influential American civil rights activist and educator, born on March 24, 1912, in Richmond, Virginia. She played a significant role in the civil rights movement, particularly advocating for the rights of African American women, and served as the president of the National Council of Negro Women for several decades. Height was known for her leadership in various organizations and her commitment to social justice, receiving numerous awards throughout her lifetime, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2010.