Naomi Klein

Naomi Klein is a highly acclaimed author, filmmaker, and social activist. She was born in Montreal, Canada on May 8, 1970. Klein has gained international recognition for her award-winning journalism, documentary filmmaking, and bestselling books. She is a senior correspondent for The Intercept and her writing has appeared in numerous prestigious publications, including The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Nation. Klein is also a member of the board of directors for climate-action group 350.org and one of the organizers behind Canada’s Leap Manifesto.

Klein is the author of several international bestsellers, including "No Logo: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies," "The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism," and "This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate." Her books have been translated into over thirty languages and have received critical acclaim for their insightful analysis of contemporary social, political, and economic issues. In 2016, Klein was awarded Australia’s prestigious Sydney Peace Prize for inspiring people to stand up for human rights and equality.

In addition to her work as an author and journalist, Klein is also a prominent social activist. She has been a vocal critic of corporate globalization, climate change, and income inequality. Klein has also been involved in various social movements and campaigns, including the Occupy Wall Street movement and the fight against the Keystone XL pipeline. In 2019, she was named one of The Frederick Douglass 200, a project to honor the impact of 200 living individuals who best embody the work and spirit of Douglass. Klein continues to be a leading voice in the alter-globalizations movement, using her writing and activism to advocate for social justice and environmental sustainability.