As Evgenia Kara-Murza said at the #GlobalCourageAwards, our acts of everyday courage inspire others to do the same, igniting a global movement. We founded #ItTakesCourage with the goal of doing just that. Learn more about our movement: ittakescourage.world

#ItTakesCourage to confront the darkest chapters of history and preserve their memory to combat hatred. Samuel "Makis" Matsas, a Greek Jewish businessman, philanthropist, & OXI Day Foundation Courage Laureate, exemplifies this courage. Learn more: oxidayfoundation.org/annual-celebra…

Who inspires you in your everyday life?💫 No act of courage is too small to change the world. It’s our mission to celebrate it. Help us recognize the heroes you know. Submit their story: ittakescourage.world/submit-your-st…

In overcoming barriers and challenging circumstances, Christina Lazaridou is opening doors for others.✨ Read her story: ittakescourage.world/stories/christ…

This #InternationalYouthDay, we celebrate Isauris Izquierdo Correa, the first-ever winner of the Global Courage Award for Truth. #ItTakesCourage recognized Isauris last year at the #GlobalCourageAwards in Panama City. We cannot wait to see all she continues to achieve!

#ItTakesCourage to embrace differences.🫶 We are grateful that Christian Hadjipateras has dedicated his career to inspiring others to do just that. Read his story: ittakescourage.world/stories/kim-ca…

#ItTakesCourage to stand for peace. We are proud to support Wai Wai Nu, a McCain Institute Human Rights Defender. Through her leadership of Women's Peace Network, Wai Wai Nu works to document war crimes and champion human rights in Myanmar. Learn more: mccaininstitute.org/programs/democ…

#ItTakesCourage to challenge oppression. Masih Alinejad 🏳️ devoted her career to standing for freedom and human rights in Iran. The OXI Day Foundation recognized Alinejad at the #OXICourageAwards for her role in the global fight for human rights. We are grateful for her bravery.

#ItTakesCourage to speak up for human rights. Niemat Ahmadi, founder of Darfur Women Action Group, has shown bravery throughout her life fighting for justice and human rights. Follow our page for more stories of courage!

Your story of courage has the power to change the world.🌟 At #ItTakesCourage, our goal is to turn acts of bravery into a global movement for positive change. That starts by telling your story. Whose everyday courage inspires you? Submit their story: ittakescourage.world/submit-your-st…

Democracy continues because of the heroes who speak out for freedom, all over the world. This #InternationalDayofDemocracy, we celebrate those who are doing just that — thank you Namatai Kwekweza🇿🇼, María Corina Machado, Ana Corina Sosa, Vladimir Kara-Murza, and Evgenia Kara-Murza for your courage.💙

It takes courage to stand up when it would be easier to stay silent. Courage to speak truth in rooms where it’s unwelcome. Courage to believe your voice matters even when the world tries to convince you otherwise. Thank you It Takes Courage

We need courage now more than ever — that’s where you come in.💪 We started #ItTakesCourage to celebrate acts of bravery all over the world, and to inspire you to act courageously in your life, by knowing you’re part of a global community. Follow our page to join our movement!

When you act with courage, you never know who’s watching.👀 Your bravery has a greater impact that you realize. Together, we can build a better world by daring to be courageous, each and everyday. Discover our global movement: ittakescourage.world

#ItTakesCourage to stand for democracy. Evan Mawarire risked his life to do just that in Zimbabwe. Now based in the United States, Evan Mawarire rose to prominence as the founder of the #ThisFlag movement. Follow our page for more stories of courage!

The #OXICourageAwards are just weeks away!🎉 Each year, the OXI Day Foundation gathers leaders in #WashingtonDC to celebrate extraordinary heroes all over the world who are changing the world by saying ‘OXI,’ or ‘No,’ to injustice. Follow us to learn more about the awards!

#ItTakesCourage to stand for human rights. As a journalist and activist, Marvi Sirmed devoted her career to this. The McCain Institute Human Rights Defenders program has supported Marvi Sirmed through her advocacy for democracy in Pakistan. Learn more: mccaininstitute.org/programs/democ…

The Greeks changed the world when they said ‘OXI,’ or ‘No,’ to the Axis Forces’ invasion in World War II. Today, the OXI Day Foundation celebrates their legacy at the #OXICourageAwards on October 28. Learn more: oxidayfoundation.org

#ItTakesCourage to speak truth to power. As a journalist and advocate for refugees, Priyali Sur is acting bravely to support those who need it most.💙 We are proud to recognize Priyali Sur's courage through her work at The Azadi Project. Read more: ittakescourage.world/stories/peter-…

This is your reminder that one person can change the world.🌎 We’ve seen it in those we celebrate at #ItTakesCourage + OXI Day Foundation, who change the world by standing for justice and human rights. We’re committed to telling their stories. Learn more: ittakescourage.world