| Martin Luther King Jr. |
Leader |
Southern Christian Leadership Conference |
Civil Rights |
Nonviolent protest for racial equality |
| Malala Yousafzai |
Education Activist |
Malala Fund |
Girls' Education |
Advocating for girls' right to education |
| Greta Thunberg |
Climate Activist |
Fridays for Future |
Climate Change |
Global climate strike movement |
| Angela Davis |
Activist |
Various |
Civil Rights and Prison Reform |
Advocated for prison abolition and racial justice |
| Nelson Mandela |
Leader |
African National Congress |
Anti-Apartheid |
Fought against apartheid in South Africa |
| Ruth Bader Ginsburg |
Justice |
U.S. Supreme Court |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for gender equality and women's rights |
| Desmond Tutu |
Archbishop |
Anglican Church |
Anti-Apartheid |
Fought against apartheid and advocated for peace |
| Emma Watson |
Actress/Activist |
UN Women |
Gender Equality |
Launched the HeForShe campaign |
| Angela Merkel |
Politician |
Germany |
Climate Action |
Promoted climate action and renewable energy policies |
| Dalai Lama |
Spiritual Leader |
Tibetan Buddhism |
Peace |
Advocated for peace and compassion worldwide |
| Stacey Abrams |
Politician |
Fair Fight Action |
Voting Rights |
Fought for voting rights and election access |
| Audre Lorde |
Poet/Activist |
NaN |
Black Feminism |
Wrote about intersectionality and feminism |
| Rosa Parks |
Activist |
NAACP |
Civil Rights |
Refused to give up her bus seat, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott |
| Cesar Chavez |
Labor Leader |
United Farm Workers |
Labor Rights |
Advocated for the rights of farm workers |
| Bill McKibben |
Environmentalist |
350.org |
Climate Change |
Founded global climate movement organization |
| Xiye Bastida |
Climate Activist |
Fridays for Future |
Climate Change |
Youth leader in climate activism |
| Oscar Romero |
Archbishop |
Catholic Church |
Social Justice |
Advocated for human rights in El Salvador |
| Jane Goodall |
Primatologist/Activist |
Jane Goodall Institute |
Wildlife Conservation |
Conserved wildlife and promoted animal welfare |
| Colin Kaepernick |
Athlete/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Protested against racial injustice by kneeling during the anthem |
| Barack Obama |
Politician |
NaN |
Healthcare Reform |
Pushed for the Affordable Care Act |
| Michelle Obama |
First Lady |
NaN |
Health and Education |
Advocated for healthy eating and education for girls |
| Maria Ressa |
Journalist |
Rappler |
Press Freedom |
Fought for press freedom in the Philippines |
| Van Jones |
Activist |
Rebuild the Dream |
Social Justice |
Advocated for green jobs and criminal justice reform |
| Bill Gates |
Philanthropist |
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation |
Global Health |
Promoted global health and education initiatives |
| Jackie Robinson |
Athlete/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Broke baseball's color barrier and advocated for civil rights |
| Bella Abzug |
Politician |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for women's rights and social justice |
| John Lewis |
Politician/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Leader in the Civil Rights Movement and advocate for voting rights |
| Greta Thunberg |
Climate Activist |
Fridays for Future |
Climate Change |
Inspiration for youth climate strikes globally |
| Rihanna |
Musician/Philanthropist |
Clara Lionel Foundation |
Global Education |
Advocated for education and disaster relief |
| Shailene Woodley |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Environmentalism |
Opposed the Dakota Access Pipeline |
| Patrisse Cullors |
Activist |
Black Lives Matter |
Social Justice |
Co-founder of Black Lives Matter movement |
| Tarana Burke |
Activist |
Me Too Movement |
Sexual Assault Awareness |
Coined the phrase 'Me Too' for sexual assault survivors |
| Janelle Monáe |
Artist/Activist |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Advocated for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility |
| Al Gore |
Politician/Activist |
Alliance for Climate Protection |
Climate Change |
Promoted awareness on climate change |
| Ruth Simmons |
Academic Leader |
Brown University |
Education Equity |
Promoted diversity and equity in education |
| Frances Beal |
Activist |
NaN |
Black Feminism |
Fought for the intersection of race and gender |
| Howard Zinn |
Historian |
NaN |
Historical Activism |
Authored 'A People's History of the United States' |
| Felicia Wong |
Activist |
Roosevelt Institute |
Economic Justice |
Advocated for equitable economic policies |
| Elizabeth Warren |
Politician |
NaN |
Consumer Protection |
Advocated for consumer protection and financial regulation |
| Leah Thomas |
Activist |
Intersectional Environmentalist |
Environmentalism |
Championed intersectional approaches to environmentalism |
| Michael Moore |
Filmmaker/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Critiqued corporate power and advocated for social justice |
| David Hogg |
Gun Control Activist |
March for Our Lives |
Gun Control |
Survivor of Parkland shooting advocating for gun safety |
| Emma Gonzalez |
Gun Control Activist |
Never Again MSD |
Gun Control |
Advocated for gun reform after the Parkland shooting |
| Yascha Mounk |
Political Scientist |
NaN |
Democracy |
Advocated for democratic values and against authoritarianism |
| Bill Nye |
Science Communicator |
NaN |
Science Advocacy |
Promoted science education and climate action |
| John Kerry |
Politician |
NaN |
Climate Change |
Advocated for climate change policy and negotiations |
| Angela Davis |
Activist/Academia |
NaN |
Prison Reform |
Lifelong advocate for prison abolition and racial justice |
| Viggo Mortensen |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Environmentalism |
Advocated for environmental and Indigenous rights |
| Cory Booker |
Politician |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Fought for social justice and criminal justice reform |
| Nina Turner |
Politician |
NaN |
Progressive Politics |
Advocated for universal healthcare and voting rights |
| Malala Yousafzai |
Activist |
NaN |
Girls' Education |
Advocate for girls' right to education |
| Greta Thunberg |
Climate Activist |
NaN |
Climate Action |
Youth advocate for action on climate change |
| Diane Nash |
Civil Rights Activist |
SCLC |
Civil Rights |
Key figure in nonviolent civil rights campaigns |
| Leonardo DiCaprio |
Actor/Activist |
Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation |
Environmentalism |
Advocated for global environmental conservation |
| Michelle Bachelet |
Politician |
United Nations |
Human Rights |
Advocated for women's rights and human rights globally |
| Amnesty International |
NGO |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Global organization working on human rights abuses |
| Friedrich Hayek |
Economist |
NaN |
Economic Freedom |
Advocated for capitalism and against socialism |
| John McCain |
Politician |
NaN |
Military Justice |
Advocated for veterans' rights and healthcare access |
| Brené Brown |
Researcher/Author |
NaN |
Vulnerability Advocacy |
Promoted the importance of vulnerability in leadership |
| Ibram X. Kendi |
Historian/Author |
NaN |
Anti-Racism |
Advocated for anti-racist policies and education |
| Bryan Stevenson |
Lawyer/Activist |
Equal Justice Initiative |
Criminal Justice Reform |
Advocated for justice reform and death penalty abolition |
| Naomi Klein |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Climate Justice |
Authored books on capitalism, climate change, and social justice |
| Michael Sandel |
Philosopher/Professor |
NaN |
Justice |
Discussed principles of justice in a globalized world |
| Marianne Williamson |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Advocate for spiritual and social renewal in politics |
| Jack Dorsey |
Entrepreneur |
Twitter/Square |
Social Media Activism |
Promoted transparency in social media |
| Alok Vaid-Menon |
Activist/Artist |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Advocate for gender inclusivity and trans rights |
| Bob Goff |
Author/Activist |
Love Does |
Humanitarianism |
Advocated for love and humanitarian efforts |
| Radhika Jones |
Editor |
Vanity Fair |
Media Advocacy |
Promoted diversity in media and representation |
| Jonathan Kozol |
Author/Educator |
NaN |
Education Equity |
Advocated for educational equity and social justice |
| Laura Ling |
Journalist |
NaN |
Press Freedom |
Advocate for press freedom and women's rights |
| Patrice Cullors |
Activist |
Black Lives Matter |
Social Justice |
Co-founder advocating for racial justice and Black rights |
| Ronald Reagan |
Politician |
NaN |
Conservative Movement |
Led conservative movement policies in the U.S. |
| Cindy Sheehan |
Activist |
NaN |
Anti-War |
Led protests against the Iraq war after losing her son |
| Renee Gracie |
Racing Driver/Activist |
NaN |
Women in Sports |
Advocated for gender equality in sports |
| Patricia Arquette |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Gender Pay Gap |
Advocated for equal pay for women in Hollywood |
| Zoe Saldana |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Diversity in Hollywood |
Promoted diversity and representation in film |
| Anand Giridharadas |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Social Reform |
Critiqued capitalism and advocated for social equity |
| Leonardo DiCaprio |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Environmental Justice |
Advocated for climate change awareness and policy |
| Pharrell Williams |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Education Improvement |
Advocated for education and creative expression |
| Simon Sinek |
Author/Leadership Expert |
NaN |
Workplace Culture |
Promoted positive workplace cultures and leadership |
| Vera Wang |
Designer |
NaN |
Women in Business |
Advocated for women's empowerment in business |
| Jodie Foster |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Advocacy |
Supporter of LGBTQ rights and representation |
| Tim Cook |
CEO of Apple |
Apple Inc. |
Corporate Responsibility |
Advocated for privacy and equality in the tech industry |
| Esther Perel |
Therapist/Author |
NaN |
Relationship Advocacy |
Promoted open discussions about relationships and intimacy |
| Henry Kissinger |
Politician/Advisor |
NaN |
Foreign Policy |
Influential in shaping U.S. foreign policy strategies |
| Mahatma Gandhi |
Leader |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Promoted nonviolent resistance and civil rights in India |
| Anne Frank |
Writer |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Symbol of resilience and human rights advocacy |
| James Baldwin |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Wrote extensively on race and sexuality in America |
| Ruth Simmons |
University President |
NaN |
Higher Education Advocacy |
Promoted diversity in higher education |
| Desmond Tutu |
Archbishop |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Fought against apartheid and for human rights |
| Bernie Sanders |
Politician |
NaN |
Socialism |
Advocate for democratic socialism and economic justice |
| Jon Stewart |
Comedian/Activist |
The Daily Show |
Social Justice |
Used comedy to highlight social issues |
| Oprah Winfrey |
Media Personality |
NaN |
Philanthropy |
Promoted education and empowerment through media |
| Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie |
Author |
NaN |
Feminism |
Promoted gender equality through literature |
| Tim Berners-Lee |
Inventor |
NaN |
Internet Advocacy |
Advocate for a free and open internet |
| Jeff Bezos |
Entrepreneur |
Amazon |
Philanthropy |
Expanded philanthropic efforts towards education and environment |
| Edward Snowden |
Whistleblower |
NaN |
Privacy Advocacy |
Advocated for privacy rights and government transparency |
| Chris Evans |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Advocated for voting rights and civic engagement |
| Alicia Garza |
Activist |
Black Lives Matter |
Social Justice |
Co-founder advocating for racial justice and LGBTQ+ rights |
| Charles Koch |
Businessman/Koch Industries |
NaN |
Economic Conservatism |
Advocated for free-market principles |
| Stacey Abrams |
Politician |
NaN |
Voting Rights |
Advocated for voting rights and access |
| Laura Jane Grace |
Musician/Activist |
Against Me! |
Transgender Rights |
Advocated for transgender rights and visibility |
| Cory Booker |
Politician |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Advocated for social justice and equality |
| Judy Chicago |
Artist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Promoted feminist art and women's issues |
| Anita Hill |
Law Professor |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for sexual harassment awareness |
| Hillary Clinton |
Politician/Activist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for women's rights and healthcare |
| Spike Lee |
Filmmaker/Activist |
NaN |
Racial Justice |
Used film to address issues of race and justice |
| Naomi Klein |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Climate Justice |
Critiqued capitalism's role in climate change |
| Gary Hirshberg |
Entrepreneur |
Stonyfield Farm |
Sustainable Agriculture |
Advocated for organic and sustainable farming |
| Wow on Wheels |
Activist |
NaN |
Disability Rights |
Advocated for disability rights and accessibility |
| Chris Hughes |
Entrepreneur/Activist |
Facebook |
Universal Basic Income |
Advocated for Basic Income policies |
| Rebecca Solnit |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Feminism/Eco-Politics |
Advocated for ecofeminism and social justice |
| Brock Turner |
Accused |
NaN |
Rape Culture Debate |
Controversy raised awareness around rape culture |
| Sophia Amoruso |
Entrepreneur |
Nasty Gal |
Women in Business |
Promoted women entrepreneurship through education |
| David Attenborough |
Natural Historian |
NaN |
Wildlife Conservation |
Advocated for environmental conservation and biodiversity |
| Tom Steyer |
Philanthropist |
NextGen America |
Climate Advocacy |
Advocated for climate change actions and renewable energy |
| Malcolm X |
Activist |
Nation of Islam |
Civil Rights |
Promoted Black empowerment and human rights |
| Bell Hooks |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Feminism |
Promoted intersectional feminism and social justice |
| Amir K. M. Gordon |
Youth Activist |
NaN |
Youth Rights |
Advocated for youth involvement in civic matters |
| Harriet Tubman |
Abolitionist |
NaN |
Abolition Movement |
Led slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad |
| Jane Fonda |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Anti-War |
Advocated against the Vietnam war and climate change |
| Peter Singer |
Philosopher |
NaN |
Animal Rights |
Promoted animal rights and ethical considerations |
| Ai Weiwei |
Artist/Activist |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Advocated for freedom of expression and human rights |
| Chuck D |
Musician/Activist |
Public Enemy |
Cultural Commentary |
Used music to address racial issues and activism |
| Vandana Shiva |
Environmental Activist |
Navdanya |
Sustainable Agriculture |
Advocated for biodiversity and sustainable farming |
| Zhang Xin |
CEO |
SOHO China |
Women's Empowerment |
Promoted women in the business sector |
| Annemarie Schimmel |
Scholar |
NaN |
Cultural Studies |
Promoted understanding between cultures through education |
| Jeffrey Sachs |
Economist |
NaN |
Economic Development |
Advocated for global economic development and sustainability |
| Victor Hugo |
Writer |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Advocated for social reform through literature |
| Nelson Mandela |
Political Leader |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Led the struggle against apartheid and promoted reconciliation |
| Madeleine Albright |
Politician/Diplomat |
NaN |
Women in Politics |
Promoted women's roles in international politics |
| Richard Branson |
Entrepreneur |
Virgin Group |
Entrepreneurship |
Promoted unconventional business practices and philanthropy |
| Académie Française |
Cultural Organization |
NaN |
Language Preservation |
Promoted the French language and culture |
| David Frum |
Political Commentator |
NaN |
Political Discourse |
Promoted respectful political discourse |
| Patricia Hill Collins |
Sociologist |
NaN |
Black Feminism |
Studied intersectionality and Black feminism |
| Irene Khan |
Activist |
Amnesty International |
Human Rights |
Advocated for human rights globally |
| Marsha P. Johnson |
Activist |
Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Pioneer in the LGBTQ+ rights movement |
| Audra McDonald |
Singer/Actress |
NaN |
Diversity in Arts |
Advocated for diversity and representation in the arts |
| Naomi Osaka |
Tennis Player/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health |
Advocated for mental health awareness in sports |
| Amira Hass |
Journalist |
Haaretz |
Journalism |
Reported on Palestinian issues and rights |
| Craig Kielburger |
Activist |
We Charity |
Children's Rights |
Advocated for children's rights and education |
| Angela Merkel |
Politician |
NaN |
Women in Politics |
Promoted gender equality in politics |
| Richard Gere |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Tibet Advocacy |
Advocated for Tibetan rights |
| Maya Angelou |
Poet/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Promoted equality through art and activism |
| Elizabeth Warren |
Senator |
NaN |
Consumer Protection |
Advocated for consumer regulation and rights |
| Jason Isbell |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health Awareness |
Advocated for open discussions about mental health |
| Alice Walker |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Promoted women's rights and racial equality through literature |
| John Green |
Author/YouTuber |
NaN |
Mental Health Awareness |
Advocated for mental health awareness and accessibility |
| Roberta Kaplan |
Attorney |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Fought for LGBTQ rights and marriage equality |
| Simon Cowell |
Television Producer |
NaN |
Youth Creativity |
Promoted youth creativity in entertainment |
| Hari Nef |
Model/Actress |
NaN |
Transgender Rights |
Advocated for trans rights and representation |
| Bill Burr |
Comedian |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Examined social issues through comedy |
| Karen Hunter |
Journalist |
NaN |
Media Diversity |
Promoted diversity in media |
| Charles Blow |
Journalist |
NaN |
Racial Justice |
Promoted discussions on race and inequality |
| Jordan Peele |
Filmmaker/Actor |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Addressed racial issues through film |
| Angela Ahrendts |
Businesswoman |
NaN |
Women in Business |
Advocated for women's empowerment in business |
| Yousafzai Malala |
Activist |
NaN |
Education Advocacy |
Spoke for girls' education rights |
| Rebecca Solnit |
Writer/Activist |
NaN |
Environmentalism |
Promoted activism for a just society |
| Jeff Bezos |
Entrepreneur |
Amazon |
Philanthropy |
Promoted education and sustainability through philanthropy |
| Abdulrazak Gurna |
Author |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Promoted discussions on immigration and identity |
| Jeff Immelt |
Business Leader |
General Electric |
Corporate Responsibility |
Promoted corporate responsibility in business |
| Dan Savage |
Author/Activist |
Savage Love |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Advocated for LGBTQ rights and acceptance |
| Laverne Cox |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Transgender Rights |
Advocated for trans rights and representation |
| Kevin Hart |
Comedian/Actor |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted discussions on social issues through comedy |
| Travis Scott |
Musician |
NaN |
Youth Culture |
Influenced youth culture through music and activism |
| Jack Johnson |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Environmentalism |
Promoted environmentalism through music |
| Chloe Sevigny |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Fashion Advocacy |
Promoted diversity in fashion |
| Shonda Rhimes |
Producer/Writer |
NaN |
Diversity in Media |
Advocated for diverse representation in television |
| Angela Davis |
Activist/Academia |
NaN |
Prison Abolition |
Advocated for prison abolition and justice reform |
| Ben & Jerry's |
Business |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted social justice through business practices |
| James B. Comey |
Public Figure |
NaN |
Justice Advocacy |
Promoted discussions on justice and accountability |
| Kristen Bell |
Actress/Advocate |
NaN |
Mental Health Awareness |
Advocated for open conversations about mental health |
| Noam Chomsky |
Linguist/Activist |
NaN |
Free Speech Advocacy |
Promoted discussions on free speech and justice |
| Tim Ferriss |
Author/Entrepreneur |
NaN |
Performance Improvement |
Promoted productivity and performance enhancement |
| Marianne Williamson |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Spiritual Politics |
Promoted spirituality in political discourse |
| Goldie Hawn |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health Advocacy |
Advocated for mental health and children |
| Mary Barra |
CEO |
General Motors |
Women in Business |
Promoted women empowerment in corporate leadership |
| Charles Murray |
Political Scientist |
NaN |
Education |
Promoted discussions on education and societal structures |
| Jim Acosta |
Journalist |
CNN |
Press Freedom |
Advocated for press freedom and accountability |
| Marcel Duchamp |
Artist |
NaN |
Art Philosophy |
Influenced art through conceptual ideas |
| Diana Nyad |
Athlete |
NaN |
Personal Growth |
Advantaged discussions on perseverance and growth |
| Toni Morrison |
Author |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Explored race and identity through literature |
| Ricky Gervais |
Comedian/Activist |
NaN |
Animal Rights |
Advocated for animals' rights and welfare |
| Stephen Colbert |
Comedian |
NaN |
Political Commentary |
Used satire to discuss political issues |
| Reba McEntire |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Women in Country Music |
Promoted women in the music industry |
| Adwoa Aboa |
Model/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health Awareness |
Advocated for mental health awareness |
| Trevor Noah |
Comedian/Host |
The Daily Show |
Cultural Commentary |
Used comedy to discuss social issues |
| Hedy Lamarr |
Inventor/Actress |
NaN |
Technology |
Contributed to technology and communication innovation |
| Joan Baez |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Used music for civil rights advocacy |
| Woody Guthrie |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted social justice through folk music |
| Christine Lagarde |
Economist |
European Central Bank |
Economic Policy |
Promoted economic stability and growth |
| Naomi Klein |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Economic Justice |
Critiqued corporate power and advocated for social justice |
| George Takei |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Advocacy |
Promoted LGBTQ rights and American democracy |
| Janelle Monáe |
Artist/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Explored race and identity in music and film |
| Carmen Yulín Cruz |
Politician |
NaN |
Disaster Recovery |
Advocated for Puerto Rico post-hurricane |
| Alicia Keys |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Promoted women's empowerment through music |
| Jimmy Carter |
Former President |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Promoted human rights and philanthropy |
| Bob Geldof |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
International Aid |
Organized Live Aid for global hunger |
| Phyllis Schlafly |
Political Activist |
NaN |
Conservatism |
Opposed the Equal Rights Amendment |
| Chiaroscuro |
Art Movement |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Influenced and transformed art commentary |
| Lin-Manuel Miranda |
Composer/Actor |
NaN |
Cultural Advocacy |
Used theater for social justice |
| Savannah Guthrie |
Journalist |
NBC News |
Press Advocacy |
Advocated for independent journalism |
| Denzel Washington |
Actor/Advocate |
NaN |
Diversity in Film |
Promoted diversity in Hollywood |
| Tyler Perry |
Filmmaker/Actor |
NaN |
Diversity in Film |
Promoted Black stories in film and television |
| Nikki Giovanni |
Poet/Activist |
NaN |
Civil Rights |
Promoted racial and gender equality through poetry |
| Yoko Ono |
Artist/Activist |
NaN |
Peace Advocacy |
Promoted peace and anti-war efforts |
| John Waters |
Filmmaker/Artist |
NaN |
Cultural Exploration |
Explored taboo topics through film |
| Louis C.K. |
Comedian |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Promoted discussions on societal issues through comedy |
| Marilynne Robinson |
Author |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Engaged discussions on faith and community |
| Bill Ayers |
Educator/Activist |
NaN |
Education Reform |
Advocated for educational reform from the left |
| Svetlana Alexievich |
Writer |
NaN |
War Journalism |
Explored effects of war through oral histories |
| Ava DuVernay |
Filmmaker/Activist |
NaN |
Racial Justice |
Promoted Black stories and racial equity in film |
| Diane Sawyer |
Journalist/Anchor |
NaN |
Press Advocacy |
Promoted responsible journalism and social discourse |
| Jessica Valenti |
Author/Activist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Promoted feminism and women's rights through writing |
| John Bolton |
Politician/Advisor |
NaN |
Foreign Policy |
Influenced U.S. foreign policy discourse |
| Greta Garbo |
Actress |
NaN |
Cultural Legacy |
Promoted discussions around identity and legacy in Hollywood |
| Malala Yousafzai |
Activist |
NaN |
Education Rights |
Advocated for girls' right to education globally |
| Frances McDormand |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Women in Film |
Advocated for equality in film representation |
| Kerry Washington |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Racial Justice |
Promoted racial justice through art and activism |
| Keanu Reeves |
Actor/Philanthropist |
NaN |
Humanitarianism |
Promoted charitable causes silently |
| Russell Simmons |
Entrepreneur/Activist |
NaN |
Divestment Movement |
Advocated for social causes through business |
| Rosario Dawson |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Civic Engagement |
Promoted civic engagement and activism |
| Marion Wright Edelman |
Advocate |
Children's Defense Fund |
Children's Rights |
Fought for children's rights and advocacy |
| Yara Shahidi |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Civic Engagement |
Encouraged young voters and political participation |
| Donald Glover |
Actor/Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted discussions on race and culture |
| Leonardo DiCaprio |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Climate Advocacy |
Promoted climate change awareness globally |
| Michelle Kwan |
Figure Skater/Activist |
NaN |
Sports Advocacy |
Supported youth sports and education |
| Dr. Ruth Westheimer |
Sexuality Therapist |
NaN |
Sexual Health Advocacy |
Promoted sexual health and education |
| Giovanni Boccaccio |
Author |
NaN |
Cultural History |
Influenced cultural understanding through literature |
| Ibtihaj Muhammad |
Fencer/Activist |
NaN |
Cultural Representation |
Advocated for representation in sports |
| David Schwimmer |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted activism against sexual assault |
| Daniel Radcliffe |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Literacy Advocacy |
Promoted literacy and education through initiatives |
| Kristen Stewart |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
LGBTQ+ Rights |
Advocated for LGBTQ representation in Hollywood |
| Angela Bassett |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Cultural Representation |
Promoted diversity in film and media |
| Eve Ensler |
Writer/Activist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for women's rights and violence prevention |
| Nick Offerman |
Actor/Carpenter |
NaN |
Environmental Advocacy |
Supported local farming and environmental awareness |
| Neve Campbell |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Social Advocacy |
Promoted discussions around mental health |
| Jessica Lange |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Environment Advocacy |
Supported environmental conservation efforts |
| Paul McCartney |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Animal Rights |
Advocated for animal rights and vegetarianism |
| Glenn Close |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health Advocacy |
Advocated for mental health awareness |
| John Legend |
Musician/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted social justice through music and philanthropy |
| Meghan Markle |
Duchess/Activist |
NaN |
Women's Rights |
Advocated for women's rights and mental health |
| Kate Winslet |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Domestic Violence Advocacy |
Supported initiatives for domestic violence prevention |
| Sophie Turner |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Mental Health Advocacy |
Promoted mental health awareness through social media |
| Patrick Stewart |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Social Justice |
Promoted discussions on human rights and justice |
| Nicolas Cage |
Actor/Humanitarian |
NaN |
Philanthropy |
Supported humanitarian efforts through personal initiatives |
| Joe Biden |
Politician |
NaN |
Climate Action |
Promoted climate action and environmental policies |
| Kamala Harris |
Politician |
NaN |
Racial Justice |
Advocated for racial justice and equality in the legal system |
| Tim Kaine |
Politician |
NaN |
Human Rights |
Promoted human rights and global democracy |
| Gina Rodriguez |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Cultural Representation |
Advocated for Latina representation in Hollywood |
| Simu Liu |
Actor/Activist |
NaN |
Cultural Representation |
Promoted Asian representation in Hollywood |
| Margaret Atwood |
Author |
NaN |
Environmentalism |
Promoted environmental causes through literature |
| Zadie Smith |
Author |
NaN |
Cultural Commentary |
Explored race and identity through literature |
| Angela Ahrendts |
Businesswoman |
NaN |
Women in Business |
Promoted women's empowerment in corporate leadership |
| Marlo Thomas |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Children's Rights Advocacy |
Supported initiatives for children's rights |
| Megan Rapinoe |
Athlete/Activist |
NaN |
Gender Equality |
Advocated for gender equality in sports |
| Jessica Chastain |
Actress/Activist |
NaN |
Women in Film |
Promoted gender equality in film and production |
| Guy Kawasaki |
Entrepreneur |
NaN |
Social Media |
Promoted entrepreneurship and social media advocacy |
| Toastmasters International |
Organization |
NaN |
Public Speaking |
Promoted effective communication and leadership |
| Thich Nhat Hanh |
Monk/Author |
NaN |
Mindfulness |
Promoted mindfulness and peace globally |
| Robin Roberts |
TV Host/Journalist |
NaN |
Health Advocacy |
Advocated for health awareness and journalism |
| Rachel Maddow |
Journalist/Host |
NaN |
Press Freedom |
Promoted independent journalism |
| Steve Irwin |
Conservationist |
NaN |
Wildlife Conservation |
Advocated for wildlife conservation and education |
| Looking for a balanced representation of roles, movements, and contributions |
NaN |
NaN |
NaN |
NaN |