The United States has struggled with racial diversity throughout history. Although America has changed, conflict related to race will always be an important issue. Many people choose to avoid the controversial topic, while social activists fight for justice for racial minorities. Social activists have shared their voices in many different ways. Lawyer and social justice activist Brian Stevenson shares his experiences of being involved with the justice system in his novel Just Mercy. Filmmaker Ava Duvernay reveals the disturbing truth about America’s justice system and the alarming facts about mass incarceration in the United States. Another effective way to spread awareness on social issues is by protesting. The Children’s Crusade in Birmingham,