Ama Russell

Ama Russell is a youth activist and organizer. She is 17 and a senior at Cass Technical High School in Detroit. She strives to liberate her people and co-founded Black Lives Matter in All Capacities in June.

Articles

First Person | 'This is something I can do now’: What Kamala Harris’ ascension means for girls of color

January 20, 2021 Ama Russell, Ife Martin in

Guest Commentary

Students of color look to the Biden administration with hope, pride, and great expectations.

First Person | I am a student Black Lives Matter activist. The Capitol insurrection didn’t surprise me.

January 13, 2021 Ama Russell in

Guest Commentary

Put aside your disbelief. Confront racism now, this Detroit high school student writes.

Opinion | After a fellow Black girl was detained for not doing her schoolwork, I fought for her freedom

August 21, 2020 Ama Russell in

Guest Commentary

At 17, I find this work daunting but essential.