Betty Shabazz

Betty Shabazz, born Betty Sanders on May 28, 1934, was an American educator and civil rights advocate, best known as the wife of Malcolm X. After Malcolm's assassination in 1965, she became a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and worked tirelessly to promote education and social justice, raising their six daughters on her own. Shabazz earned a doctorate in education and dedicated her life to improving the circumstances of African Americans, advocating for their rights and empowering the next generation. She passed away on June 23, 1997, leaving a legacy of activism and resilience.