Kamala Harris

1964 -
Fairness and Perseverance

“At every step of the way, I’ve been guided by the words I spoke from the first time I stood in courtroom: Kamala Harris, for the people.”

Who Am I?

Kamala Harris was born in Oakland, California, to parents who had emigrated from India and Jamaica. Her parents were activists who advocated for equality and civil rights. This instilled a strong sense of justice in Kamala and inspired her to become a lawyer. She failed her first bar exam, but that didn’t stop this daughter of immigrant parents from trying again – and succeeding.

What Am I Known For?

Since then, Kamala Harris has been a vocal champion of progressive reforms and women’s rights and has broken many glass ceilings while doing it – including being the first African American and Asian woman to become Vice President of the USA. She rallies for fairness and equality for everyone and always fights for what she believes in, even when the odds are against her.

How About You?

Are you willing to fight for what’s right despite the odds?

Is it fair that some people are treated differently than others? Discuss.

Other Amazing People (you can find them on the website)

There are so many inspirational women waiting to be discovered on our site. Do you know the story of Sacagawea? She was kidnapped as a child and later acted as a guide and interpreter to Lewis and Clarke on their epic journey across America.

Other Useful Resources (available on the website)

To celebrate other amazing women, we have a resource called Global Amazing Women. Explore the stories of some amazing women from across the world and history. Develop character strengths through our fun activities.

Subscribers can find this helpful resource by logging in. If you are not a subscriber, you can access this resource, and many more, by starting a free trial.

Photo: Gage Skidmore [CC BY-SA 3.0]