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Who are the most influential figures in civic engagement when it comes to social movements?

Kathie Molineaux

Hey! Great question! There are several influential figures in civic engagement when it comes to social movements. Here are a few that come to mind:

1. Malala Yousafzai – Malala is a Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate. She gained international attention after surviving a Taliban assassination attempt when she was just 15 years old. She continues to campaign for the education of girls and has taken her activism around the world.

2. Greta Thunberg – Greta is a Swedish environmental activist who gained international recognition by starting a “school strike for the climate” in front of the Swedish parliament. She has since inspired millions around the world to join in similar protests, demanding action on climate change.

3. Angela Davis – Angela is an American political activist, philosopher and author. She was a prominent member of the Black Panthers and a leader in the civil rights and feminist movements. She has written extensively about racism, sexism, and the prison-industrial complex.

4. Nelson Mandela – Nelson was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader and philanthropist who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He is known for his role in ending apartheid in South Africa and was a global advocate for human rights and social justice.

5. Ai-Jen Poo – Ai-Jen is an American labor activist and director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance. She has been a leader in advocating for the rights and recognition of domestic workers and helped push for the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights in New York.

These are just a few examples of influential figures in civic engagement. There are countless others making a difference in their communities and beyond. It’s important to recognize and support those who are fighting for social justice and creating positive change.