Cecile Richards

About the Author

Cecile Richards is a renowned activist, author, and leader whose career has been defined by her unwavering commitment to social justice, women's rights, and progressive causes. As the former president of Planned Parenthood for over a decade, she championed reproductive health care access and fought against political attacks on vulnerable communities, all while navigating the complexities of public advocacy in an often hostile landscape. In her memoir 'Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead--My Life Story,' Richards shares intimate reflections on her upbringing in a politically active family, her grassroots organizing roots, and the bold strategies that fueled her transformative work. Drawing from personal triumphs and setbacks, she inspires readers to embrace courage, foster collective action, and lead with empathy in the pursuit of equity and change.