This is a selection of inspirational people – people who have made a lasting contribution towards creating a better world. These people have inspired others by their various achievements but also their attitude and values.This does not aim to be a fully ‘comprehensive list’ but it provides a start. If you’d like to suggest anyone else who you feel is inspirational, feel free.
Nelson Mandela. (1918 –2013 ) Campaigned for justice and freedom in his South Africa. Spent 20 years in jail for his opposition to apartheid. After release he became first President of democratic South Africa and helped heal the wounds of apartheid by his magnanimous attitude to his former political enemies.
Mikhail Gorbachev. (1931 -) Had the courage, tenacity and strength of character to give up the absolute power of Soviet Communism. Moved the Soviet Union to democracy and respect for human rights. In doing so he enabled the Berlin Wall to come down and Eastern Europe gained freedom from Communist control.
Martin Luther King. (1929 – 1968) Inspiring leader of the non-violent civil rights movement. Inspired millions of people black and white to aspire for a more equal and just society.
Jesus Christ. (c.5BC – 30AD) Prophet and inspiration of Christianity. Taught a message of love, forgiveness and faith. Born in a turbulent period of Roman rule, after his crucifixion, his message inspired millions around the world.
