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May 22, 2018 · BBC Culture’s Stories that Shaped the World series looks at epic poems, plays and novels from around the globe that have influenced history and changed mindsets.
- Rosa Parks: Wouldn’t give up her seat. Tired from a full day’s work, Rosa Parks boarded a Montgomery bus on December 1, 1955 and forever became one of the inspirational people who changed the world.
- Todd Beamer and the passengers of Flight 93: Fought back against 9/11 terrorists. When account manager Todd Beamer and the other passengers on United Airlines Flight 93 realized their plane had been seized by terrorists, they worked quickly and courageously to reclaim control.
- Mohamed Bouazizi: Sparked a revolution. Tunisian street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi never had any dreams bigger than saving enough money to rent or buy a pick-up truck, but he became one of the inspirational people who changed the world.
- Candy Lightner: Stood up against drunk driving. After her 13-year-old daughter was killed by a repeat DWI offender, Candy Lightner founded Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in her home on March 7, 1980.
Losing your faith in humanity? Take a look at these 10 heart-warming, beautiful, and just plain daring acts of kindness that changed the world for the better.
- Wesley Baines
Feb 1, 2023 · One person can change the world. Although you might feel like you are powerless, you have more agency than you realize. To prove it, take a look at the people out there who are already trying their hardest to create a better world. Here are some inspirational people who will motivate you to make a change and make it through difficult circumstances:
Oct 8, 2020 · These amazing kids from around the globe changed the world forever with their actions, activism, and good deeds. Read their stories and be inspired!
- Adam Schubak
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Inspirational people: People who made a difference in a positive way and left the world a better place. Women who changed the world: Famous women who changed the world, including Sappho, Marie Curie, Queen Victoria, and Catherine the Great.
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Such people have wisdom, passion and insight that can inspire us all. The award-winning Great Peacemakers brings together the compelling stories of 20 people who have (or had) a strong commitment to living a peaceful, compassionate life and to bringing about a peaceful, just world.
