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Civil Rights Advocate & Professor of Law

Kimberlé Crenshaw Speaking Fee: $50,000 to $75,000

Civil Rights Advocate & Professor of Law

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Kimberlé Crenshaw
Speaking Fee:
$50,000 to $75,000

Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)

Primary Topic Category:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) / Social Justice

Secondary Topic Category:
African American & Black

 

Kimberlé Crenshaw Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Kimberlé Crenshaw, Professor of Law at UCLA and Columbia Law School, is a leading authority in the area of Civil Rights, Black feminist legal theory, and race, racism and the law. Her work has been foundational in two fields of study that have come to be known by terms that she coined: Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality. Crenshaw’s articles have appeared in the Harvard Law Review, National Black Law Journal, Stanford Law Review and Southern California Law Review.

Kimberlé Crenshaw is a distinguished scholar, civil rights advocate, and a pivotal force in shaping the discourse on race, gender, and social justice. Born in Canton, Ohio, Crenshaw emerged as a leading thinker in her field through her pioneering work on intersectionality—a concept she coined in 1989. This framework examines how overlapping identities, such as race, gender, and class, influence the way individuals experience systemic oppression and discrimination. As a committed advocate for equality, her insights have transformed both academic discourse and policy initiatives. Crenshaw attended Cornell University, where she completed her undergraduate degree in government and Africana Studies. She then furthered her education at Harvard Law School, earning her JD, and later obtained an LLM from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her academic pursuits laid a robust foundation for her future work and advocacy. Throughout her career, she has contributed profoundly to legal scholarship and has been a driving force behind critical race theory, challenging conventional narratives and encouraging new ways of thinking. At present, Kimberlé Crenshaw serves as a professor of law at both UCLA and Columbia Law School. Her dual role allows her to influence a broad spectrum of students and engage in extensive research and community action. Through her teaching, Crenshaw empowers future legal minds to consider the multifaceted layers of identity in legal practice and policy making. Her classes are renowned for pushing boundaries and encouraging robust debate on constitutional law, civil rights, and critical race theory. Beyond academia, Crenshaw's impact is widespread. She is a co-founder of the African American Policy Forum, an influential think tank that promotes women's rights and racial justice in public policy. Her work with the organization highlights the breadth of her commitment to social justice, addressing pressing issues like police violence, systemic racism, and educational inequities. Kimberlé Crenshaw is not only a thought leader but also a beacon of hope and change. Her dedication to fostering an inclusive society where all voices are heard and valued continues to inspire activists, scholars, and policymakers around the world. Through her writing, speaking, and organizing efforts, Crenshaw remains a relentless advocate for justice, continually challenging systems of power and advocating for a more equitable world for all.
book 1772 578 On Intersectionality: Essential Writings
On Intersectionality: Essential Writings
book 1772 577 The Race Track: How The Myth of Equal Opportunity Defeats Racial Justice
The Race Track: How The Myth of Equal Opportunity Defeats Racial Justice
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