04/02/1913 – 24/10/2005
Rosa Parks, born in 1913 in Tuskegee, Alabama, and who passed away in 2005, is an iconic figure of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. She made history in 1955 by refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger on a bus in Montgomery—an act both simple and decisive that marked the beginning of a wide protest movement against racial segregation.
This courageous gesture led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott, led by the young Martin Luther King Jr., and inspired a massive mobilization in favor of equality and justice. Rosa Parks thus became a universal symbol of peaceful resistance and dignity in the face of injustice.
Beyond this historic act, Rosa Parks dedicated her life to fighting for human rights, social justice, and the battle against discrimination. She worked with several organizations and focused on educating younger generations, convinced that knowledge and collective awareness are powerful weapons against oppression.
Her legacy is immense: honored with numerous distinctions, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, she remains a source of inspiration for all those who stand for freedom and equality. Rosa Parks’ courage and determination remind us that simple acts can change the course of history.
