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Ella Baker, born on December 13, 1903, was a prominent civil rights activist known for her grassroots approach to community organizing. She played a crucial role in several civil rights organizations, including the NAACP, SCLC, and SNCC. Baker was a key figure in coordinating the 1960 student sit-ins in North Carolina and helped establish the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. Her dedication to empowering marginalized communities and fostering leadership among young activists left a lasting legacy in the fight for racial equality. Baker passed away on December 13, 1986, but her impact on the civil rights movement continues to inspire activists today.