Lorde, a self-described "Black, lesbian, mother, warrior poet", addressed racial and sexual prejudice in her writings, fighting social injustices like racism, homophobia, and sexism.
The clip from the 1984 film Before Stonewall captures Lorde's discussion with activist Maua Adele Ajanaku about being "outsiders" in the heteronormative and white feminist circles of the 50s and 60s.
"You need to begin with a movement, which is what Black Power and the Civil Rights Movement was," Lorde emphasized the importance of articulating the differences of marginalized groups like Black lesbian women.
Lorde's legacy continues to inspire new generations of activists, as her fight for equality and justice left an enduring impact on the intersectional feminist movement.
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