Description: (Former president of the Human Rights Campaign)
Alphonso David is an American lawyer and civil rights activist known for his work in the LGBT community. He previously served as the president of the Human Rights Campaign, becoming the first person of color to hold that position. David later became the president and CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum, focusing on advocating for the economic needs of the Black community. He made headlines for his legal actions against the Human Rights Campaign alleging racial bias, ultimately settling the lawsuit with confidential terms.