essence | For the first time ever, ESSENCE honors the women who are blazing
trails for equal rights and inclusion for Black people in America.
The cover features a host of dynamic women,
such as writer/producer Shonda Rhimes, veteran journalist Joy-Ann Reid,
Women’s March co-chairs Tamika Mallory, Linda Sarsour and Carmen Perez.
Plus, appearances from Women’s March organizer Janaye Ingram, political
commentator Angela Rye, Circle of Mothers founder Sybrina Fulton,
author/blogger Luvvie Ajayi and social activist April Reign.
#BlackLivesMatter cofounder Opal Tometi and educator/activist Brittany
Packnett are also featured.
When we say Black women will save the world, we’re being literal.
On the following pages, ESSENCE recognizes
88 more socially conscious change makers. By their example they empower
all of us to take action.
