**Monique Wittig** (July 13, 1935 – January 3, 2003) was a prominent French author and feminist theorist known for her groundbreaking work on gender roles and her influential ideas surrounding the concept of the “heterosexual contract.” Born in Dannemarie, France, Wittig was a Generator in Human Design, which is characterized by a powerful life force and a natural ability to respond to the world around them. This trait deeply informed her creative process and her engagement with feminist and lesbian movements.

Wittig published her first novel, *L’Opoponax*, in 1964, followed by her landmark work, *Les Guérillères*, in 1969, which became a cornerstone of lesbian feminism. As a Generator, she thrived on responding to the needs of her community and the socio-political climate, making her a central figure in the lesbian and feminist movements in France. In 1971, she co-founded the ‘Gouines rouges’ (“Red dykes”), the first lesbian group in Paris, and was actively involved in the Féministes Révolutionnaires (“Revolutionary feminists”), a radical feminist group that sought to challenge and dismantle patriarchal structures.

Wittig’s Human Design profile as a 6/2 reflects her journey through personal experience and wisdom, embodying the role of a role model while also valuing her need for solitude and introspection. This duality is evident in her various works, including *Le Corps lesbien* (The Lesbian Body, 1973) and *Brouillon pour un dictionnaire des amantes* (Lesbian Peoples: Material For A Dictionary, 1976), co-authored with her partner, Sande Zeig. These texts explored the complexities of lesbian identity and the intersection of feminism and literature.

In 1976, Wittig and Zeig relocated to the United States, where she concentrated on gender theory and teaching. Her courses in ‘Materialist Thought’ through Women’s Studies programs allowed her to engage deeply with her students, guiding them in revising the American translation of *The Lesbian Body*. Her works, including the philosophical essay *The Straight Mind* and parables like *Les Tchiches et les Tchouches*, examined the interconnectedness of lesbianism, feminism, and literary form, showcasing her ability to respond to and shape the discourse of her time.

Wittig’s Incarnation Cross, the Left Angle Cross of Cycles (53/54 | 42/32), further highlights her role in initiating change and transformation within societal structures. She passed away from a heart attack on January 3, 2003, in Tucson, Arizona, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire feminist and LGBTQ+ movements worldwide. Monique Wittig’s contributions to literature and feminist theory remain vital, echoing the Generator’s essence of responding to the call for change and authenticity in the world.