Bryan Stevenson
Born in 1959
Bryan Stevenson is a renowned lawyer, activist, and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative.
He has dedicated his career to defending those most vulnerable in the criminal justice system, including death row inmates, juveniles, and the wrongly convicted.
Stevenson's work has led to numerous legal victories, including Supreme Court decisions banning life sentences without parole for juveniles.
He is a professor at New York University Law School and has received multiple awards for his efforts, including a MacArthur "Genius" Grant.
Stevenson's commitment to justice and equality has made him a leading voice in the fight against racial and economic injustice in America's legal system.
