It Takes Courage

#ItTakesCourage to challenge patriarchy and ageism in leadership. Namatai Kwezakweza’s bravery in standing for equality has made her a leading activist in Zimbabwe. We admire her bravery in helping people of all ages discover their voice. Follow us for more stories of courage!

We’re celebrating the one-year anniversary of the first ever #GlobalCourageAwards!🌟 Our movement for courage began with last year’s award ceremony in Panama City. Thank you to all who attended for helping us launch our movement for courage. Learn more: ittakescourage.world

No act is too small to change the world. That's why #ItTakesCourage is committed to celebrating everyday acts of bravery. Together, we hope to start a global movement for positive change. What's an everyday act of courage you've seen recently that inspired you?

You are more courageous than you realize.💯 It can be easy to overlook the little acts of courage that you show each day, but these everyday acts carry more power than you know. By celebrating these acts, we hope to inspire a global movement. Join us: ittakescourage.world

The OXI Day Foundation is proud to celebrate those with the courage to say ‘OXI,’ or ‘No,’ to tyranny. We celebrate those who embody this Greek spirit of courage through the #OXICourageAwards and @_ittakescourage — like @vkaramurza. Learn more: oxidayfoundation.org

#ItTakesCourage to stand up for what's right. Chen Guangcheng exemplifies this courage as one of China's most prominent human rights defenders. For his incredible courage, the @oxidayfndation honored him with the Courage Award in 2012. Learn more: oxidayfoundation.org/annual-celebra…

Lilian Nakigozi has devoted herself to fighting hunger and extreme poverty. Her courage brings a brighter future to women and children in Uganda.💡 We admire @Lilian24L's courage in supporting families in need through @womensmiles. Read her story: ittakescourage.world/stories/lilian…

We are moved by the incredible courage of Fousseynou Samba Cissé, who saved a family of six that was trapped in a burning apartment in Paris, France. #ItTakesCourage celebrates Fousseynou's incredible heroism. Read more in the @washingtonpost:  washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2025…

#ItTakesCourage to resist oppression. Zarifa Ghafari, Afghanistan’s first female mayor & an @oxidayfndation Courage Laureate, continues to stand for women’s rights despite life-threatening danger. Watch her acceptance speech at the #OXICourageAwards: youtube.com/watch?v=JeYn1e…

#ItTakesCourage to stand for peace. A @McCainInstitute Human Rights Defender, Bina Nepram has devoted her career to advocating for non-violence. We are grateful the McCain Institute is supporting courageous individuals all over the world. Learn more: mccaininstitute.org/programs/democ…

Your courage can have a greater impact than you know.📈 We believe our small acts of courage have the power to change the world. That’s why we started #ItTakesCourage. Discover our mission: ittakescourage.world

This #WorldRefugeeDay, we celebrate the courage of Priyali Sur. In 2018, @priyalisur founded @TheAzadiProject to provide digital literacy training and internship opportunities to women refugees. Read her story: ittakescourage.world/stories/peter-…

At the #OXICourageAwards, Congressman @JohnSarbanes shared why we recognized @SenatorCardin with the Metropolitan Chrysostomos Award. We admire Senator Cardin’s courage in saying ‘OXI,’ or ‘No,’ to anti-semitism and all forms of intolerance. Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=UvhySt…

As we celebrate #FathersDay, Mike Manatos reflects on some of the people whose courage inspires him most — his kids.💙 From all of us at #ItTakesCourage, Happy Father's Day!

In choosing love, Krikati Erotas chose courage.💫 Krikati escaped an arranged marriage to be with the man she loved, despite strict family expectations. We’re inspired by her courage in standing for love. Thank you, Istorima, for telling her story.

#ItTakesCourage to embrace second chances and opportunities. @Johana_Bahamon has become a leader in this through her work with @Accion_Interna. We admire her courage in supporting formerly incarcerated people in Colombia. Read her story: ittakescourage.world/stories/aman-f…

Dr. Sima Samar devoted her career to standing up for women’s rights and healthcare equality. Her courage has transformed women’s access to healthcare in Afghanistan. We are grateful for her incredible bravery. Follow us for more stories of courage!

This #WorldHungerDay, we celebrate the incredible courage of Lilian Nakigozi in fighting hunger and poverty in Uganda. Read her story at: ittakescourage.world/stories/lilian…

Join us in celebrating and inspiring courage, everyday and everywhere.🌎 Do you have a story of courage to share? Or do you know someone who does? Tell us: ittakescourage.world/submit-your-st…

PSA: Courage doesn’t always have to be a monumental act. At #ItTakesCourage, we believe in the power of everyday courage. Together, our small acts of courage can change the world. Join our global movement: ittakescourage.world