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| Akiane Kramarik is an incredible young artist who is self taught. | Alexandra Scott raised money for cancer research through her nationwide lemonade stands. | Alicia O'Brien was the inspiration for Cherie Bennett's novel, Zink. | Ana Dodson formed Peruvian Hearts to provide Peruvian orphans an education. | Anne Frank wrote: 'Despite everything, I believe that people are really good at heart. ' | Anne Frank 'I don't think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains.' |
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Anthony D. Leanna started the 'Heavenly Hats Foundation' at the age of 10. | Apps for Good: technical innovation from the minds and thumbs of disadvantaged youths | Ashley Rhodes-Courter is an advocate for foster children and adoption rights. | Austin Gutwein founded Hoops of Hope. | Bethany Hamilton survived a shark attack and inspired the world | Bilaal Rajan is the founder of Making Change Now and Canada's child ambassador to UNICEF. |
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Brandon Keefe provides books to underfunded libraries in his hometown. | Caine Monroy created a cardboard arcade in his father's shop. | Calista M. Pierce makes and sells crafts to raise money for the Special Olympics. | Catherine Malonza saved her brother's life. | Clara Hale was foster mother and founder of the Hale House. | Connie O'Connell was a hero and inspiration to her family. |
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| Craig Kielburger believes kids can change the world. | Deland Chan started an environmental group at the YMCA in New York City. | Elizabeth Cline is a hero to her sister, Hallie. | Ellie Wen created a website to help people learn to speak English. | Gerson Andres Florez Perez was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize at age 16. | Ghana schoolboy launches his own Somalia famine fundraiser |
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Gina Gallant is an inventor whose passion is protecting the environment. | Global Kids Leaders volunteer to help their schools and communities. | Hannah Taylor started the Ladybug Foundation to help the homeless in her community. | Ibrahim Alex Bangura makes music that sends a message of peace and tolerance. | Iqbal Masih was a brave advocate for child labor laws in Pakistan. | Jason Crowe received the UN's Global Peace & Tolerance Award. |
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Jason XV: Argonaut Maria Victoria Ferrara participated in 'Rainforests at the Crossroads' in Panama. | Jason XV: Panamanian Argonaut: Andrea Kam participated in the 'Rainforests at the Crossroads' expedition. | Jeneece Edroff is a determined fundraiser who raises money to help children with serious illnesses. | Jennifer Smith is an author, mentor and advocate for understanding those who have dyslexia. | Jimmy Woodard helps community groups with his knowledge of media and technology | John Tacket is remembered as a courageous, fun-loving boy. |
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Joneice proved how strong a kid can be to her sister, Kia. | Julia inspires her older cousin with her courage and spirited ability to overcome obstacles. | Kids Helping Kids is run by kids - and for kids | Kristianne is an amputee who encourages other young amputees with her positive approach to living. | Lucy is an autistic child who turns her disability into a strength through her imagination. | Malala Yousafzai speaks out for the rights of girls to have an education. |
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| Mattie Stepanek is a hero to people of all ages around the world. | Maura Welch was recognized by NetAid for her work to spread awareness about child labor. | Molly's Film The Story of a Young Filmmaker is the winner of the 8th Annual MY HERO Film Festival. | Mory Sanberg makes bag lunches for the homeless people in her city. | Nickole Evans is using technology for peace. | Nicole Beal inspires her friend, Ashley, with her courage and positive outlook on life. |
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| Nkosi Johnson was an orphan infected by HIV who spoke out on behalf of children with AIDS. | Peace Children voted overwhelmingly for peace and change. | Postpessimists is working for change in the Balkans. | Ruby Bridges bravely led the way to desegregation of schools as a child. | Rudy wanted to run before he could walk. | Ryan Hreljac helps build wells for clean water in Africa. |
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| Ryan Wayne White devoted his life to educating the public about AIDS. | Sadako Sasaki inspired an international peace movement. | Samantha Marie Rowlands learned to read when others said she couldn't. | Skye Malik founded the Paco Project to empower those with dyslexia. | SLATER is a student reporter who exudes peace and goodness everywhere she goes. | Sophie Delezio was an ambassador for 2008 World Youth Day. |
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Tatiana rossman: Books flow from an American teen to African schools | The Little Rock Nine bravely fought discrimination to attend an all white high school in Little Rock, Arkansas. | Tori Degen is a two-time cancer survivor who shares her story to help others in need. | Wang Yani has been painting since she was three years old. | William Kamkwamba designed and built a windmill, at the age of 14, for his family in Malawi, Africa. | |