Josephine St. Pierre Ruffin

Biography

Josephine St. Pierre Ruffin devoted her life to advocating for civil rights and amplifying the voices of African American women through her journalism and organizing. Her leadership in founding clubs and newspapers provided a platform for social progress during a time of pervasive inequality.

Ruffin’s courage in confronting injustice and her commitment to uplifting communities made her a guiding light for future generations of activists and writers.