Any romantic notions I still held about our liberation vanished, reinforcing the urgent need for renewed activism on all fronts, especially the intellectual activism that had served us so well in the past. Intellectual activism crucial in tackling real-world problemsIntellectual activism applies scholarship, ideas, and critical analysis to real-world problems in pursuit of social justice. It led me to question the state of our activism, particularly intellectual activism. In practical terms intellectual activism is defined by:• Engaged scholarship by transcending the classroom or laboratories deliver the academic project to impact public policy and community struggles. Around the world, intellectual activism has helped societies become healthier, more inclusive, and more vibrant.