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1 Season

4 Episodes

On Their Shoulders examines the history of movements from the perspective of today’s young changemakers to the stories of those who organized and fought before them.

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S1 E4

How Nawal El Saadawi Shook Up the Patriarchy in Egypt

'I don't accept humiliation, or inequality, or injustice' — Nawal El Saadawi's legacy continues to inspire many young Arab and Arab American women, like activist Jana Amin, through her works on gender equality, education activism, and equal opportunity for women

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S1 E3

The Lasting Legacy of Grace Lee Boggs in the AAPI Movement

‘We are the leaders we’ve been looking for’ — The late Grace Lee Boggs was a fierce advocate for communities of color, and she continues to inspire a new generation of young activists to be a force for change

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S1 E2

The Legacy of Civil Rights Icon Fannie Lou Hamer

Fannie Lou Hamer was one of the most powerful voices of the Civil Rights Movement, fighting against police brutality, white supremacy, sexual assault, and segregated education — this is how her legacy lives on today

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S1 E1

Meet the Indigenous Activist Inspiring the Next Generation

Winona LaDuke has been a champion for Indigenous rights for years — and now she’s inspiring a new generation of activists to join the fightWatch more episodes of 'On Their Shoulders'

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