Tamara Lanier
Tamara Lanier is a descendant of enslaved individuals and a prominent advocate for the rights of descendants of enslaved people. She gained national attention for her legal battle against Harvard University to reclaim 175-year-old photographs of her great-great-great-grandfather, Renty, and his daughter, Delia, which were taken without their consent. Lanier's determination and advocacy have been recognized as a significant victory for descendants seeking justice and recognition of their ancestors' dignity.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
No country-level mention data available.
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Tamara Lanier is a descendant of Renty and has been involved in a legal battle to release photographs of her ancestors.
9
United Kingdom:
Tamara Lanier has waged a 15 year battle with Harvard over the photos of enslaved people.
9
United States:
Tamara Lanier is a descendant of Renty and Delia, subjects of the photographs being relinquished by Harvard.
9