The social activism of Ta-Nehisi Coates is informed by his experiences growing up in Baltimore, where he witnessed systemic inequality and racial injustice. Influenced by his family, particularly his father, who was a civil rights activist, Coates cultivated a deep understanding of history and the ongoing impacts of racism in America. His writings, including "Between the World and Me," explore the personal and societal ramifications of being Black in the United States. Coates emphasizes the importance of education, storytelling, and fostering conversations around identity and resistance.