young futurists

If we’ve learned anything over these past few months, it’s that leadership matters.

The 2020 election is shaping up to be one of the most consequential elections in American history, and frankly, many…

Whoever said youth is wasted on the young, clearly didn’t know the 25 brilliant, creative and passionate young…

Do you know any young activists who are working to bring social justice to their communities? The bookish, nerdy…

If history has taught us anything, it’s that young people will always lead the way. Whether it’s the young…

Who are the young, outspoken activists standing up for their communities and calling out injustice?

At The Root, we love to celebrate young people who are excelling beyond belief. Year after year, our list of Young…

While a lot of teenagers are spending their time doing homework, talking on the phone, hanging with their friends at…

They are young, gifted and black.

Lauren Seroyer was eating a quick breakfast at school when she was inspired to start her nonprofit organization. A…

Augusta Uwamanzu-Nna is dedicated to making sure the world’s infrastructure is solid as a rock.

Whether singing, acting or clapping back on Twitter, Zendaya always finds a way to use her voice for good.

Pet owners often think of their dogs and cats as their kids. So when Scruffy or Fluffy is lost, it can wreak havoc…

A’Dorian Murray-Thomas has used her own experience with tragedy to help other young girls triumph over hard times.

Alanna Wall is determined to add a little polish and sparkle to the lives of hospitalized children and girls with…

Isaiah Cooper is already aiming to fly to higher heights. In 2016, at 16 years old, he made headlines when he became…

Toluwanimi Obiwole lets her poetry show her strength.

Even after tragedy struck Olivia Russo-Hood’s family, she started looking for ways to help others. After a massive…

Destiny Watford is the accidental environmental activist America needs right now. Her quest for clean air all…

There aren’t many kids who can say they’ve met first lady Michelle Obama once—let alone multiple times. For teen…