Ibram X. Kendi is a renowned author, historian, and scholar of race and discriminatory policy in America. His works, such as How to Be an Antiracist and Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America, have earned him a place as one of the most influential voices in discussions on racism and social justice. Stamped from the Beginning won the National Book Award for Non-Fiction, making Kendi one of the youngest recipients of the award.

Besides his writings on historical and contemporary issues of racism, Kendi has contributed to public discourse through articles, public speaking, and as a professor at Boston University, where he founded the Boston University Center for Antiracist Research. His approach combines rigorous scholarship with a compelling call for transformative action against systemic racism.

Born on August 13, 1982, in New York City, Ibram X. Kendi was raised in Queens. His personal experiences and academic background heavily influence his writing and advocacy work. Apart from his scholarly and writing career, he enjoys reading and mentoring young scholars.

Born: August 13, 1982
Hometown: New York City, New York, USA