What does it mean to give someone a chance? Sometimes it means providing something practical: an education, medical care, safety, a skill or simply the belief that a better future can be built.
Kailash Satyarthi is an Indian children's rights advocate who has worked for decades to confront child labor and exploitation.
A Life That Opened Doors
His campaigns and organizations advocate education, safety and freedom for children whose childhoods have been interrupted by dangerous work. He received the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize jointly with Malala Yousafzai.
There is a lesson here for all of us. Lasting acts of kindness rarely happen in isolation. Volunteers, colleagues, neighbors and the people receiving help are part of the story, too. The most meaningful recognition celebrates that shared effort.
The Chance They Gave
He helped children and families advocate for freedom from exploitative labor and access to education.
How You Can Give a Similar Chance
Learn about ethical supply chains; support credible anti-trafficking and child-protection groups; mentor a student.
A small chance to give today: Choose one action you can take where you live. An act of kindness does not have to be famous to matter.
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