Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was an inspirational Mexican artist who was unapologetically bold and intelligent in a period where women's lights were dimmed and overshadowed. She battled physical and mental adversity to produce unique and beautiful artwork that championed herself and her culture.
By Lydia Patrick
Chai Jing (1976, -) is a Chinese journalist and environmental activist. She became well known in her country for the documentary she directed denouncing...
Rosa Parks (1913 – 2005) became the icon of the fight against racial segregation when she refused to give up her seat to a...
Arndt Pekurinen (1905-1941) was a Finnish pacifist who lived the way he preached. Pekurinen lived for peace and his actions for refusing to take...