born 1952
Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw is an American legal scholar, civil rights advocate, and professor known for her influential work in critical race theory and intersectionality. Born on March 4, 1959, she is a professor at UCLA School of Law and Columbia Law School, where she has contributed significantly to discussions on race, gender, and social justice. Crenshaw is renowned for coining the term "intersectionality," highlighting how various forms of discrimination can intersect and impact individuals in complex ways.