Inspired by the Oscar®-winning actress’s passionate support for women of color, a Nigerian woman founded an organization dedicated to empowering women and young girls within her own country.

Inspired by Oh’s memorable declaration at the Emmy® Awards – that simply being Asian is an honor – a journalist launches a movement celebrating Asian American identity.

The publication of an opinion piece penned by a basketball icon inspired a Latino activist to establish an organization dedicated to fostering unity among communities of color throughout Los Angeles.

The relentless work Porter did to dismantle obstacles within the entertainment industry paved the way for a colleague, also a stage performer, to establish a space dedicated to recognizing Black talent on Broadway.

The impassioned activist’s TED Talk, focused on embracing life’s later years, inspired a woman nearing sixty to pursue a fresh career path rather than retire.

Drawing inspiration from an acclaimed director’s films, four Black women established a non-profit organization dedicated to educating children about the complexities of the criminal justice system.

A recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize encountered a young Syrian refugee, an encounter that ignited within her a determination to champion girls’ education and liberation from the practice of child marriage.

The advancements Hamilton has pioneered in surfing inspired a triple amputee to find ways of adapting the sport to suit his own physical needs.

The celebrated fashion editor and enduring style icon, known for shattering longstanding racial boundaries, took a promising young Black designer under her wing.

Selena’s openness regarding her mental health journey inspired two others to share their own struggles.