Vanita Gupta is an American civil rights lawyer and advocate known for her work in promoting social justice and equality. She has held significant positions, including serving as the President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. Gupta has also worked in the U.S. Department of Justice, where she focused on issues such as voting rights and criminal justice reform. In 2021, Gupta was nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as the Associate Attorney General of the United States, making her the first woman of color to hold this position. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her commitment to fighting discrimination and protecting the rights of marginalized communities.