She Takes a Stand: 16 Fearless Activists Who Have Changed the World Volume 13

2016 VOYA Non-Fiction Honor List

In an age of "slacktivism" and fleeting social media fame, She Takes a Stand offers a realistic look at the game-changing decisions, high stakes, and bold actions of women and girls around the world working to improve their personal situations and the lives of others.

This inspiring collection of short biographies features the stories of extraordinary figures past and present who have dedicated their lives to fighting for human rights, civil rights, workers' rights, reproductive rights, and world peace. Budding activists will be inspired by antilynching crusader and writer Ida B. Wells, birth control educator and activist Margaret Sanger, girls-education activist Malala Yousafzai, Gulabi Gang founder Sampat Pal Devi, who fights violence against Indian women, Dana Edell, who works against the sexualization of women and girls in the media, and many others.

Including related sidebars, a bibliography, source notes, and a list of activist organizations readers can explore in person or online, She Takes a Stand is an essential resource for classroom reports or for any young person passionate about making a difference.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Published: 08/01/2015
ISBN: 9781613730263
Pages: 208
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.60h x 5.70w x 0.90d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 07/01/2015 pg. 110
Voice of Youth Advocates 08/01/2015 - Recommended - Readable
Publishers Weekly 08/24/2015