Naomi Zack

Naomi Zack is a prominent American philosopher, currently holding the position of Professor of Philosophy at Lehman College, City University of New York. Her academic career has also included professorships at the University of Albany and the University of Oregon. Throughout her career, Zack has demonstrated a prolific output of scholarly work, authoring thirteen books and three textbooks, as well as editing or co-editing five anthologies. Her research has focused on various topics, including race, feminism, and natural disasters, resulting in a substantial number of published papers and book chapters.

In addition to her academic pursuits, Zack has taken on various professional roles aimed at promoting the representation of women and under-represented groups in the field of philosophy. Her commitment to these causes is further reflected in her membership on the editorial boards of several journals, including Hypatia: A Journal of Feminist Philosophy, The Journal of Race and Policy, Ethnic Studies, and the Radical Philosophical Review. Through her work, Zack has established herself as a dedicated scholar and advocate for diversity and inclusivity in the philosophical community.