Malala Yousafzai (born 1997): A Pakistani education activist known for her advocacy for girls’ education. Malala survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban in 2012 and became the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate in 2014.
Greta Thunberg (born 2003): A Swedish environmental activist who gained international prominence for her efforts to raise awareness about climate change. Thunberg initiated the Fridays for Future movement, inspiring millions of young people to join climate strikes and demand action from world leaders.
Kamala Harris (born 1964): The first female Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris also holds the distinction of being the first woman of South Asian and African American descent to hold this office. Prior to her vice presidency, Harris served as a U.S. Senator from California and Attorney General of California.
Jacinda Ardern (born 1980): The Prime Minister of New Zealand since 2017, Jacinda Ardern is known for her progressive leadership style and compassionate approach to governance. She gained international acclaim for her response to the Christchurch mosque shootings in 2019 and her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Angela Merkel (born 1954): A German politician who served as Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021, Angela Merkel is one of the world’s most influential leaders. She is widely regarded for her leadership during the European financial crisis and her role in shaping European Union policies.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg (1933-2020): An Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1993 until her death in 2020, Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a trailblazer for women’s rights and gender equality. She was known for her advocacy for women’s rights and her staunch defence of civil liberties.
Michelle Obama (born 1964): An American lawyer, writer, and former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama is an advocate for education, nutrition, and poverty awareness. She launched initiatives like Let’s Move! and Reach Higher to promote health and education for children and youth.
Aung San Suu Kyi (born 1945): A Burmese politician and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Aung San Suu Kyi was a prominent leader in the pro-democracy movement in Myanmar (Burma). Despite facing years of house arrest and political persecution, she continued to advocate for democracy and human rights.
Serena Williams (born 1981): Considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, Serena Williams has won numerous Grand Slam titles and Olympic gold medals throughout her career. She is also an advocate for gender equality and has spoken out against racism and discrimination in sports.
Emma Watson (born 1990): An English actress and activist, Emma Watson is known for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter film series. She is also a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and a vocal advocate for gender equality, women’s rights, and education.