Joseph Lowery

1921–2020 (age 99)

Civil rights leader and minister

Biography

Joseph Lowery was a pioneering civil rights leader and minister who dedicated his life to advancing racial justice and equality. As a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement, he worked alongside other leaders to challenge systemic discrimination and promote peaceful change throughout America.

His legacy as a spiritual guide and advocate for the marginalized continues to inspire generations committed to social justice and human dignity.

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