Activist Quote by Julie Smolyansky
“I've been a social justice advocate all my life, becoming an activist for women and human rights even in high school, and found ways to weave it in to my later for-profit career. The first film I got involved in was Christy Turlington's "No Woman, No Cry" , which was about the impact of maternal health around the world. It brought this important issue to light, and even though I wasn't in a credit position, I helped her find ways to screen it.”
About This Quote
Source Film: No Woman, No Cry (2005) documentary
Activism can be woven into profit‑driven careers, amplifying social impact through media and business.
In simple terms: Blend advocacy with business for change.
Key Takeaway
Leverage platforms for social good.
Themes
activism
entrepreneurship
women’s health
Mood
determined
inspired
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- non‑profit partnerships
- corporate social responsibility
- public speaking
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
social entrepreneurship
media influence
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure social ROI?
- What compromises are acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Balancing profit motives with genuine impact can be tricky.
![“Some kinds of activists are more willing to try stuff out, see if works and think on their feet, but some of the people who are working on [change] find that very difficult: They've been schooled into thinking you have to come up with the perfect plan in advance. It has become a bit technocratic.” quote by Duncan Green](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d17/duncan-green-20105_activist_some-kinds-of-activists-are-more-willing_57391.jpg)
