Inspiring People

Mother Teresa was a Catholic Nun and missionary who dedicated her life to serving the poor and marginalized.

Mother Teresa's work primarily focused on providing basic healthcare, shelter, and support to those suffering from poverty, disease, and social exclusion 

She lived a life of simplicity and humility, personally embracing a vow of poverty and often wearing a simple white sari with a blue border, which became a symbol of her mission.

She gained international recognition for her humanitarian efforts, receiving numerous awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

Mahatma Gandhi, was a political and spiritual leader who played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence from British colonial rule.

He is called as the "Father of the Nation" in India for his significant contributions to the country's independence and       his vision of a united, nonviolent, and tolerant India.

Gandhi's legacy as a symbol of peace, nonviolence, and social justice continues to inspire people around the world. 

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States

Lincoln is widely regarded as one of America's greatest presidents due to his leadership during the American Civil War and his efforts to preserve the Union and abolish slavery.

He issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, declaring that all slaves in Confederate-held territory were to be set free, and he championed the passage of the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which formally abolished slavery throughout the country.

Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader and activist in the American Civil Rights Movement during the 1950s and 1960s 

He is best known for his role in advancing civil rights and fighting against racial segregation and discrimination in the United States 

He advocated for nonviolent resistance and drew inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence as a means to achieve social change.

Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and political leader.

He dedicated his life to fighting against racial segregation and discrimination enforced by the apartheid regime in South Africa.

He was imprisoned for 27 years, due to his activism and opposition to apartheid policies.

He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for his efforts to dismantle apartheid and establish a democratic society based on equality and justice.

Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete and humanitarian who became an iconic figure for his Marathon of Hope. 

In 1980, at the age of 21, Terry Fox embarked on a cross-Canada run to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.

Fox had lost his right leg to bone cancer but chose to undertake the incredible challenge of running a marathon every day, covering over 5,000 kilometers (3,100 miles) from Newfoundland to British Columbia.

Despite enduring tremendous pain and exhaustion, Fox ran for 143 days and covered over 4,300 kilometers (2,700 miles) before he had to halt his run due to the return of cancer, which had spread to his lungs.

Following the end of his run, Fox's legacy continued to inspire people, and annual Terry Fox Runs are held worldwide to raise funds for cancer research.

Stephen Hawking (1942-2018) was a renowned theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author. Despite being diagnosed with a rare motor neuron disease called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at the age of 21, he defied all odds and continued his groundbreaking scientific work. 

Hawking's scientific works included a collaboration with Roger Penrose on gravitational singularity theorems in the framework of general relativity, and the theoretical prediction that black holes emit radiation, often called Hawking radiation.

Hawking was the first to set out a theory of cosmology explained by a union of the general theory of relativity and quantum mechanics.

His best-selling book "A Brief History of Time" brought complex scientific concepts to the general public, making him one of the most influential scientists of his time. His enduring legacy continues to inspire and fascinate people around the world.