Abdul Sattar Edhi founded an organization that brings relief to millions of Pakistanis.Adi Roche  took responsibility for helping orphans of nuclear disaster.Alicia O'Brien was the inspiration for Cherie Bennett's novel, Zink.Ann Armstrong-Dailey founded Children's Hospice International.
Clara Barton was known as the 'Angel of the Battlefield.'Clara Hale has helped hundreds of childrenConnie O'Connell Daphna Ziman is the founder of an organization that helps children around the world.
Dr. Andrew Wade saved a child's life and she thanks him here.Elizabeth Glaser created the Pediatric AIDS Foundation.Florence Kelley was an outspoken leader against child labor.Heather Mills McCartney helps amputees and raises awareness to rid the world of landmines.
Kelly Perkins climbs mountains to raise support for organ donation.Maria del Carmen
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Melinda Rose Hathaway used the Internet to encourage other children with cancer, too.Mother Teresa gained international prominence as a modern-day saint.
Nkosi Johnson spoke out on behalf of children with AIDS.Oseola McCarty donated her life savings so others could go to college.Princess Diana gave hope to those who were sick with AIDS and spoke openly about her own personal struggles.Rick Hansen traveled 24,901 miles in his wheelchair.
Ryuichi Hirokawa takes photographs that illuminate the needs of children in crisis.Sadako Sasaki inspired an international peace movement.SAUR MARLINA MANURUNG provides educational opportunities in a remote Indonesian village.Terry Fox lifted a nation through his courage and tenacity.
   
The Heroes Among Us were everywhere on September 11 and after.   
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