Teen Activists Who Inspire Us To Do More Good
In the age of instant news, it’s important to stay informed about the world and the social and political issues our society is faced with. It is even more inspiring to see young people, our very own children and teens, standing up and taking action to help society.
These are the brave souls who are not only paying attention to the current issues, but they are actively working to make a difference and inspire others to do the same. These passionate young activists are leading the charge to make this world a better place, and they are inspiring us to do more good.
Here are some of the most influential teen activists who are leading the charge of making the world a better place:
- Greta Thunberg
Greta Thunberg is the 16-year-old Swedish environmental activist who started the global school climate strike movement. She has been a fearless leader in the fight for climate justice, inspiring millions of people to join the movement. She has taken on world leaders and spoken truth to power in front of the United Nations. She has been awarded numerous awards including being Time Magazine’s ‘Person of the Year’. Her commitment and determination to make the world a better place is inspirational.
- Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai, an activist from Pakistan, is the youngest ever Nobel Laureate. She is known for her advocacy for the education of girls around the world. She is a powerful and influential advocate for female empowerment and education. She has spoken before world leaders, and authored two best-selling books. Her bravery and commitment to making a difference is an inspiration to all of us.
- Ahmed Mohamed
Ahmed Mohamed is an American teenager and inventor, known for his invention of a device that he was falsely accused of being a bomb. His story has been used as an example of racial profiling and Islamophobia in the United States. Ahmed is an advocate for robotics and has been featured in a TED talk about inventing. He is inspiring for not only his inventions, but for standing up for his rights and against injustice.
- Xiuhtezcatl Martinez
Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is an indigenous activist, who at the age of 15 took the United States government to court over climate change laws. He leads the organization Earth Guardians and campaigns to stop the environmental destruction of our planet. He has worked with world leaders and given speeches around the world. He has spoken at the United Nations and won numerous awards. His bravery and determination to fight for the future of the environment is inspiring.
- Naomi Wadler
Naomi Wadler is an 11-year-old who is an anti-gun-violence activist. She organized a walkout in her school to call for adequate gun control in the United States. She has since gone on to speak at The March for Our Lives rally in Washington D.C. She has been featured in the media and is a powerful voice for gun control. Her determination and courage to bring awareness to this issue is inspiring.
- Harshil Bansal
Harshil Bansal is a 14-year-old Indian activist who works to get poor students access to education. He started his own non-profit organization, which provides free education and healthcare to disadvantaged students. He has raised funds for his project and inspired the world with his good deeds. He is an inspiring example of using your power to help those in need.
- Carter Kostler
Carter Kostler is a 17-year-old entrepreneur and philanthropist who created Change The World Challenge, an annual global competition. He has worked to bring awareness to global issues, such as climate change, through this platform. He also works with several education-focused organizations to help make education more accessible. His creative thinking and inspiring philanthropy set him apart and are inspiring to us all.
These young activists are inspiring us all to take action and make the world a better place. They are leading the charge of making a positive difference, and each in their own way are inspiring us to do more good. By following their lead and taking up the cause of making our world a better place, we can help create a better future for everyone.