10. Ida B. Wells
Ida B. Wells was a fearless journalist and activist whose groundbreaking investigative work exposed the horrors of lynching in America. Through her powerful reporting and relentless advocacy, she ignited a national movement against racial violence. Wells was also a vital leader in the struggle for women’s suffrage, using her organizing skills to fight for justice and equality on multiple fronts. Her legacy endures as a beacon of courage and truth in social activism. Learn about her legacy
