Ruby Hamad

Ruby Hamad is an Australian writer, journalist, and cultural critic whose work examines race, gender, and politics. A Lebanese-Australian born in New York, she writes on intersectionality and the dynamics of white feminism. Her acclaimed book "White Tears/Brown Scars" explores how white women's tears are weaponized against women of color throughout history and in contemporary society. Hamad's essays and commentary have appeared in The Guardian, Al Jazeera, and other international publications. Based in Sydney, she holds a PhD in Media Studies and continues to be a prominent voice in discussions about race relations and feminist theory.