In 1964, Hamer played a crucial role in founding the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party (MFDP), a response to the all-white delegation dominating the state’s representation at the Democratic National Convention. Her riveting testimony during the televised convention drew national attention to the civil rights struggle in Mississippi and underscored the need for fair representation. Hamer's work did not stop at voter registration; she also championed various initiatives that created business opportunities for minorities and supported family welfare. In her later years, she co-founded the National Women’s Political Caucus in 1971, further cementing her legacy as an advocate for social justice and activism in the face of adversity.
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