Honoring a Centennial: Malcolm X’s Enduring Legacy & How His Daughter is Carrying it Forward

02 Jul 2025

This year marks what would have been the 100th birthday of Malcolm X. Hear from his daughter, Ilyasah Shabazz, who carries his voice forward.

A towering figure in the fight for racial justice and human rights, Malcolm X’s unwavering commitment to the liberation of Black people continues to shape the global conversation on race, identity, and empowerment. As we honor his centennial, we reflect on the profound impact he made: speaking truth to power and awakening a generation to their innate dignity and strength.
 
Among those carrying Malcolm X’s legacy into the future is his daughter, Ilyasah Shabazz, an award-winning author, educator, and activist who has spent decades amplifying the lessons of her parents’ lives. Known for her deeply personal and powerful keynote presentations, she connects the past to the present in a way that is moving, motivating, and transformative. 
 
As we celebrate Malcolm X at 100, let his vision for unity resonate through the voice of a daughter who continues to light the way.

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"We really enjoyed Ilyasah, we had an outpouring of love from the students and staff about how excited and pleased they were to be in attendance for this event. She super exceeded our expectations, and we only wish we would have had more time with her. This event was my favorite to date!" - Roosevelt University