1. Civil Rights Movement (United States): The nonviolent resistance led by Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement in the United States challenged racial discrimination and segregation, advocating for equal rights and justice.
2. Anti-Apartheid Movement (South Africa): The collective efforts of individuals and organisations to dismantle the apartheid regime in South Africa, resulting in the release of Nelson Mandela and the establishment of a democratic and inclusive society.
3. Malala Yousafzai's Education Advocacy (Pakistan): Malala's courageous advocacy for girls' education in Pakistan despite being targeted by the Taliban, leading to global attention on the importance of education and women's rights.
4. Rescue of Jewish Children during World War II (Europe): The selfless acts of individuals and organisations that rescued Jewish children during the Holocaust, providing shelter, hiding places, and safe passage to save lives.
5. Solidarity Movement in Poland (Poland): The nonviolent resistance against the communist regime in Poland, led by the Solidarity trade union, which played a crucial role in the peaceful transition to democracy and the collapse of communism in 1989.
6. Resistance during the Arab Spring (Middle East): The collective bravery and resilience of citizens in various Arab countries who rose against oppressive regimes during the Arab Spring, striving for democratic reforms and human rights.
7. Environmental Activists (Worldwide): The courageous efforts of individuals and organisations around the world to raise awareness about environmental issues and advocate for sustainable practices and conservation, often facing repression and risks to their safety.
8. Women's Suffrage Movement (Various Countries): The decades-long collective struggle of women's suffrage movements across different countries to secure voting rights and political participation for women, transforming gender dynamics and societal norms.