Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper that examines gender identity among African Americans and highlights the importance of African American women to the Women's Movement. Do the following:

Select an African American woman who had an important effect on the women's movement. Describe her contributions and analyze her importance.

Describe the differences and similarities between African American female and male identity. How has female identity changed in the last 30 years? How do modern African American women negotiate these differences?

Include at least three peer-reviewed sources (journal articles) and the textbook for a total of at least 4 sources.

Format your paper consistent with APA standards (cover page, running header, major headings and subheadings within the essay, in text citations and a reference list).