ABOUT

Vanessa Priya Daniel is an author, organizer, and award-winning leader for racial and gender justice. A queer, biracial (Sri Lankan and white) feminist, and mother of two daughters, the heart of her work is supporting social justice leaders and philanthropy to build the grassroots power it takes to win a multiracial, feminist democracy. A seasoned public speaker, she is known for inspiring audiences to action through a style that delivers both fire and humor.

Her book, Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning, was published by Random House in March 2025.