Stokely Carmichael was a prominent civil rights activist born on June 29, 1941, in Trinidad and Tobago. He became known for his role in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) during the 1960s, advocating for African American rights and social justice in the United States. Carmichael popularized the term "Black Power," emphasizing racial pride and self-determination. In 1966, he became the chairman of SNCC and shifted the organization's focus towards more militant strategies. Later, he joined the Black Panther Party and moved to Africa, where he changed his name to Kwame Ture. Carmichael's activism significantly influenced the civil rights movement and discussions on race relations.