Civil Rights Activist

Definition

A civil rights activist is someone who works to promote and achieve equal rights for all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, or other characteristics. They often participate in protests, advocacy campaigns, and legal efforts to fight against discrimination and injustice.

Related terms

Segregation: The enforced separation of different racial or ethnic groups in public places such as schools, restaurants, or transportation facilities.

Boycott: A form of protest where people refuse to buy or use certain goods or services as a way to bring about social change.

Brown v. Board of Education: A landmark Supreme Court case that declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional.