Category Archives : Million.North America


Judith Butler (United States of America)

Judith Butler is the major theorist and the key role in promoting gender justice and feminism. Her name is always mentioned in university curriculum , especially in streams like Cultural Studies, Social Science and Gender Studies. Her book Gender Trouble: Feminism and the Subversion of Identity and Bodies That Matter: On the Discursive Limits of […]


Ellen DeGeneres (United States of America)

Ellen DeGeneres can be counted as the most popular lesbian icon in the popular culture. She came out of the closet on the Oprah Winfrey show in 1997, making her one of the most ‘out’ lesbian woman in the television world. She is famous for her observational humour , and now she is having her […]


Bell Hooks (United States of America)

Bell Hooks, originally named Gloria Jean Watkins is an author,social activist and feminist from the United States. She was born a black, a race that empowers her to be more special to speak up about Feminism,social justice and class oppression.   Bell hooks is the symbol of the third-wave Feminism that emerged in the 1990s, […]


Jody Williams (United States of America)

Jody Williams is an American politician and educator. She is very active and committed to participate in international Campaign to Ban Landmines, the International Campaign to Ban Landmines Jody responsible person, she promotes the “Ottawa Treaty”, therefore she won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997.   After graduation, she became a teacher. In addition, Jody […]


Jody Landers (United States of America)

  Originally published on The Adventure Project Photo by The Adventure Project Co-Founder and Board Member of The Adventure Project On their ten-year wedding anniversary, Jody and her husband adopted their two youngest children from Sierra Leone. Their experiences opened their eyes, broke their hearts and confirmed the desire to see a world where the […]

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Becky Straw (United States of America)

  Originally published by The Adventure Project Photo by The Adventure Project Co-Founder and CEO of The Adventure Project Prior to The Adventure Project, Becky spent three years helping to launch charity: water, an organization bringing drinking water to people in developing countries. Becky has consulted for UNICEF’s Division of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, and […]


Tori Ero (United States of America)

  Originally published on Liberty in North Korea Graphic Designer of Liberty in North Korea A Maryland native with an affinity for all things miniature, Tori graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BFA in graphic design. Her passion for the North Korean people was sparked when she visited the DMZ during her study abroad […]


Dana Igo (United States of America)

  Originally published on Liberty in North Korea Social Media Manager of Liberty in North Korea Dana was impassioned to spread awareness of the plight of the North Korean people after reading about it on a social news website. First connecting with LiNK as a donor, she increased her involvement by organizing a documentary screening […]


Sarah Palmer (United States of America)

  Originally published on Liberty in North Korea Rescue Teams Manager of Liberty in North Korea Sarah was born and raised in Dallas, TX and graduated from the University of San Diego with a degree in International Relations. She has experience as a former Rescue Team leader, Rescue Team intern and Northeast Nomad. Sarah now […]


Tessa Sharr (United States of America)

  Originally published on Liberty in North Korea Donor Impact Coordinator of Liberty in North Korea Tessa graduated with a degree in business management from Biola University where she was first introduced to LiNK’s work. She brings a wealth of experience, having worked for various organizations in Africa including Krochet Kids. She is excited to […]