● Ella Josephine Baker:
Born December 13, 1903, Ella Josephine Baker was known as one of the most important leaders of the 20th century and of the civil rights movement. Best known for her criticism of racism in America’s society, Baker also spoke loudly about sexism within the Civil Rights Movement. A woman with a cause, Baker died on her birthday in 1986 after nearly five decades of dedication to Black people and human rights.