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human rights workers

Being Heumann

an unrepentant memoir of a disability rights activist
2020
"A story of fighting to belong in a world that wasn't built for all of us and of one woman's activism--from the streets of Brooklyn and San Francisco to inside the halls of Washington--[this book] recounts Judy Heumann's lifelong battle to achieve respect, acceptance, and inclusion in society"--Provided by publisher.

Generation brave

the Gen Z kids who are changing the world
"[This book] showcases Gen Z activists who are fighting for change on many fronts: climate change, LGBTQ rights, awareness and treatment of mental illness, gun control, gender equality, and corruption in business and government at the highest levels"--OCLC.

Rolling warrior

the incredible, sometimes awkward, true story of a rebel girl on wheels who helped spark a revolution
"One of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her story of fighting to belong in school and society--a powerful role model for young adults with a passion for activism"--Provided by publisher.

How to make a better world

for every kid who wants to make a difference
2020
"This . . . guide to making the world a better place and becoming a good citizen is packed with ideas and tips for kids who want to know how to make a difference"--OCLC.

Thanks to Frances Perkins

fighter for workers' rights
2020
Introduces young readers to Frances Perkins, a labor and human rights activist, covering her early years and focusing on the reforms she worked towards and the Social Security program she created.

All the way to the top

how one girl's fight for Americans with disabilities changed everything
2020
Jennifer Keelan was determined to make a change--even if she was just a kid. She never thought her wheelchair could slow her down, but the way the world around her was built made it hard to do even simple things . . . Jennifer knew that everyone deserves a voice! Then the Americans with Disabilities Act, a law that would make public spaces much more accessible to people with disabilities, was proposed to Congress. And to make sure it passed, Jennifer went to the steps of the Capitol building in Washington DC to convince them. And, without her wheelchair, she climbed. All the way to the top!.
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The cold millions

a novel
2020
"Orphans Gig and Rye Dolan don't have a penny to their names. The brothers work grueling, odd jobs each day just to secure a meal, and spend nights sleeping wherever they can with other day laborers. Twenty-three-year-old Gig is a passionate union man, fighting for fair pay and calling out the corrupt employers who exploit the working class. Eager to emulate his older brother, Rye follows suit, though he can't quite muster Gig's passion for the cause. But when Rye's turn on the soap box catches the eye of well-known activist and suffragette Elizabeth Gurley, he is swept into the world of labor activism--and dirty business. With his brother's life on the line, Rye must evade the barbaric police force, maneuver his way out of the clutches of a wealthy businessman--and figure out for himself what he truly stands for"--Provided by publisher.

She spoke

14 women who raised their voices and changed the world
Presents brief profiles of women who changed the world, including Temple Grandin, Malala Yousafzai, and Hilary Rodham Clinton. Includes audio feature that allows the reader to hear each woman's voice.

Human rights activist

Discusses human rights and activism, covering reasons to fight oppression and inequality by joining with groups that struggle for the rights of women, children, and anybody whose voice is suppressed, and includes information on famous activists.
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The education of an idealist

a memoir
2019
The memoir of Samantha Power, the 28th United States Ambassador to the United Nations.
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