Although many Episcopalians recognize Pauli Murray as the first African American woman to be ordained in the Episcopal Church, her personal path and tireless advocacy as a women’s rights activist, lawyer, and educator have paved the way in which individuals now refer to gender, race, equality, and sexuality in the 21st century.

A documentary recently released, My Name is Pauli Murray, uses Murray’s own voice and words as narration, and is drawn from interviews, oral histories, and her own prolific writings—books, poems, and a collection of argumentative, impassioned and romantic letters—that Murray meticulously filed away with an eye toward her legacy.

An article written by The New York Times explains why Pauli Murray should be a household name and how the film highlights her legacy and impact over the years. You can watch My Name is Pauli Murray on Amazon Prime.