Activist. Writer. Poet.
Photo by Jean Melesaine
Writing for me is about reflecting the world in which I have actually lived while daring to imagine a liberated future, free from systemic racism and poverty. My work focuses on pushing aside the roadblocks of racism, sexism, classism (and more) so all our children are safe, loved, nourished, and free.
"I am looking forward to carrying on the fight for our children alongside Shimica Gaskins, who is an inspiring leader and a powerful agent of change."
— Nancy Pelosi 2021
“Shimica Gaskins is a bold champion for ending child poverty and eradicating the racial inequities underlying this crisis and harming our children and their families,”
— Michael Tubbs
“Shimica Gaskins has the policy expertise and determination needed to fulfill the mission of her new role: to end child poverty in California.”
— Mayor Karen Bass
“I have worked with Shimica Gaskins through our coalition, she is a wonderful choice and I cannot wait to see her in action as our leader,”
— Dolores Huerta
