Melnea Cass’ advocacy and commitment to improve the quality of lives of Black people in her community solidified a place in history and in the hearts of those she knew and impacted.

BIPOC-positive media representation can also create environments of solidarity where ideas are diverse, perspectives are varied, and everyone feels valued and recognized.

To honor Malala and her incredible life and efforts to change the world, Malala Day occurs every year on her birthday, July 12. The day is also significant because she delivered a powerful speech to the United Nations in 2013.