Angela Davis's activism was heavily influenced by her personal trials, particularly her experiences with racism and gender discrimination. Growing up in a segregated South, she witnessed the harsh realities of systemic oppression. As a student, her involvement with the civil rights movement and the Black Panther Party deepened her commitment to social justice. Davis’s wrongful incarceration illuminated the injustices faced by marginalized groups, reinforcing her resolve to advocate for prison abolition and empowerment of women. Her life experiences serve as a foundation for her continued work on issues of race, class, and gender equality.