Hannah Alper
Hannah Alper | |
|---|---|
| Born | 2003 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation(s) | Blogger, Activist, Motivational Speaker |
| Years active | 2012 - present |
| Website | http://www.callmehannah.ca |
Hannah Alper is a Canadian activist, blogger, and motivational speaker who addresses issues such as the environment, anti-bullying, and social justice.[1] Alper has traveled North America as a motivational speaker and works with non-profit organizations such as World Wildlife Fund, Bystander Revolution, We Day, and Free the Children.
History
Alper launched her blog, CallMeHannah.ca, when she was nine years old.[2] She was the official eco-blogger for The JUNO Awards in 2013 and 2014.[3] Alper is a finalist in the youth category (17 years-old and under) for the Nature Inspiration Awards, taking place at the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa. She was recognized with a nomination in the Digi Awards for Best Content For Kids category, along with McDonald's and Family Channel.
Alper is a Huffington Post writer,[4] and has given a TED talk on the topic "How to find your spark".[5]
In a past interview, Hannah delivers her key message: "No matter how young you are, you can make a difference and you can be the change. You can find your spark and you can ignite it".[6]
Accolades
- Ambassador for Bystander Revolution
- Earth Hour Team Captain for WWF
- Ambassador for Free the Children
- Motivational speaker for We Day (Me to We)
- Contributing writer for Huffington Post
Speaking appearances
Alper shared the stage with Lily Collins at We Day Seattle 2015.
References
- ^ "5 Teens using Social Media for Good Deeds". Safe Smart Social. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.
- ^ Kielburger, Craig and Mark. (2013-08-19)."How a 10-Year-Old Blogger Is Changing the World". Huffington Post. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.
- ^ Hanes, Tracy. (2013-09-13)."What do you want to be when you grow up? An activist" The Globe and Mail. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.
- ^ "Profile:Hannah Alper". Me to We. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.
- ^ Kalinauskas, Nadine. (2014-01-31). "Canadian activist Hannah Alper, 11, gives inspirational Tedx Talk". Yahoo!. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.
- ^ Lyonnais, Sheena. (2013-09-11)."Yonge Interviews: 10-Year-Old Activist Hannah Alper". Yonge Street Media. Retrieved on 2016-04-20.