Shiza Shahid is the Chief Executive Officer of the Malala Fund and one of the co-founders of the organization. Shiza Shahid is of Pakistani descent and is an entrepreneur and social activist. She is the worldwide ambassador for the organization, and in that capacity, she speaks on behalf of Malala Yousafzai, a young Pakistani activist who was shot by the... read full bio
Lauren Jauregui is perhaps most recognized for her time spent as a member of the all-girl pop group Fifth Harmony. It was during her time with the group that she was propelled to superstardom as a result of their performance as finalists on The X Factor. Since then, the Cuban-American powerful vocalist has built up a sizable following of her... read full bio
Gianna Toboni is a senior correspondent and producer for VICE News, recognized for her fearless pursuit of stories that delve into the heart of some of the world's most pressing issues. With a remarkable ability to navigate complex and dangerous environments, Toboni has earned a reputation for her compelling and in-depth reporting. Having covered escalating cartel violence and political corruption in... read full bio
For over twenty years, Bianca Jagger has campaigned for human rights, social and economic justice and environmental protection throughout the world. Ms. Jagger has spent much of her life visiting war zones and refugee camps and denouncing human rights violations. She has provided a voice to the voiceless and hope to the hopeless. A strong advocate for human and women's... read full bio
Ashley Judd is an American television and film actress, humanitarian, political activist, and philanthropist. The daughter of country music singer Naomi Judd and the half-sister of Wynona Judd, Ashley Judd is best known for an ongoing acting career spanning more than two decades. She has increasingly become involved in global humanitarian efforts and political activism as well. Judd has starred... read full bio
Queen Rania of Jordan is the queen consort of Jordan. Rania was born in Kuwait City, Kuwait, to a Palestinian family and she later moved to Jordan for work, which is where she met then prince Abdullah bin Al-Hussein. Six months after meeting, Rania and Abdullah were engaged to be married and shortly after, they married and they now have... read full bio
Alice Walker is a prolific best-selling author of novels, short story collections, collections of essays and poetry, and childrens books, and her works have been translated into more than two-dozen languages. Her novel, The Color Purple, was brought to the attention of mainstream America through the film adaptation by Steven Spielberg. When The Color Purple won the Pulitzer Prize for... read full bio
Barbara Eden is an American film and television actress who is best known for her starring role in the sitcom I Dream of Jeannie. Eden was initially passed over for the role as she was blonde and of small stature, but Sidney Sheldon called on her when he was unable to find a suitable brunette to play the part.... read full bio
Ted Nugent is a musician, guitarist, and outspoken political activist from Detroit, Michigan. He originally gained fame as the lead guitarist of The Amboy Dukes before embarking on a lengthy solo career. As a musician, his career has been lucrative, and he has released a number of albums as a solo artist. He is also noted for his conservative political... read full bio
Tricia Rose is a renowned American sociologist and author who has made a significant impact in the field of hip hop studies. Born on October 18, 1962, she is a pioneering scholar in the examination of the intersection of pop music and gender. Tricia Rose's works have been instrumental in shaping the way that hip hop is understood and analyzed... read full bio
Luvvie Ajayi is the brains behind the popular blog Awesomely Luvvie. She talks about pop culture, TV, movies, technology and a long list of other topics. She used this blog to write her first book, I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual, which hit the New York Times bestsellers list immediately. Ajayi describes the book as the “good, yet snarky, angel... read full bio
Both entertaining and captivating, John Larroquette shares his bittersweet story about alcoholism and the fight to recover. A prolific drinker during the 70's, he got sober in 1982 and has spent much of his time since sharing his story so that others suffering from the same disease might realize there is a way out of the bottle and into life.... read full bio
Ziauddin Yousafzai has committed his life to advancing education and fighting for children's rights. He is a renowned educator, human rights activist, and social activist. Ziauddin, who was born and reared in Pakistan's Swat Valley, heroically resisted the Taliban's attempts to close schools despite great personal risk and severe political violence. Despite all the challenges, he managed to keep his... read full bio
Carl Lentz is the senior pastor of Hillsong Church in New York City. Lentz is best known for being linked to some very famous people and baptizing celebrities like Justin Bieber and Kevin Durant. He sets out to serve his city and serve an impact worldwide. When not serving his church, Lentz is a huge basketball fan and roots for... read full bio
Debra Winger is an American actress best known for her roles in films like An Officer and a Gentleman, Terms of Endearment, Urban Cowboy, Forget Paris, and Shadowlands. Other films that Winger has appeared in include, Legal Eagles, Black Widow, Betrayed, Leap of Faith, Radio, Rachel Getting Married, and The Lovers. Winger has also acted in some television series some... read full bio
Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely is a renowned activist-artist and speaker with a rich history of activism for civil and voting rights. Born in Pittsburgh and raised in Harlem, Preacely is a former Freedom Rider and working member of the historic Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). She worked with civil rights legends like Rep. John Lewis and Julian Bond during her... read full bio
Bobby Kunta is a well-known social activist and community organizer, renowned for his tireless efforts to improve the lives of marginalized communities. Born and raised in a low-income neighborhood in Chicago, Bobby's upbringing was marked by adversity, poverty, and discrimination. Despite facing numerous challenges, he never lost sight of his passion for helping those in need. After completing his education, Bobby... read full bio
Rebecca Nagle is a well-known Indigenous activist, author, and supporter who has made important contributions to discussions on Native American representation and rights. Nagle has devoted countless hours to bringing attention to the difficulties facing Indigenous communities and addressing the historical and current injustices they experience. She is well known for her compelling storytelling and intersectional approach to campaigning. Nagle, a... read full bio
The Big Little Feelings creators, Kristin and Deena, are passionate about parenting and are aware of the difficulties associated with raising young children. They are committed to provide straightforward, dependable, and useful guidance to help parents not just survive, but thrive, during the toddler years. Deena provides years of therapeutic expertise and is a licensed marital and family therapist (LMFT) with... read full bio
Olivia Julianna is a Texas-born American political activist, proponent of abortion rights, and strategist who has become a well-known name in the field of civic participation. Olivia, who was born on November 17, 2002, in Houston, Texas, devotes her energies to inspiring the next generation through political activism and social media. Olivia works on using social media channels to encourage civic... read full bio
