Positive Quotes

In honor of LGBTQ Pride Month, here are some of the best quotes from famous LGBTQ advocates and allies.

John Green is a bestselling author, podcaster, avid soccer fan, and popular YouTube creator. In 2014, he was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.

Nelson Mandela, the iconic political leader in South Africa who fought against the country's system of racial segregation, is beloved by activists, peacemakers, and justice-seekers around the world. 

Marsha P. Johnson was a proud and outspoken member of the LGBTQ+ community before it was popular to be so. She was an advocate for drag queens, people of color, and transgender people, fighting for their right to be seen and heard. 

Glennon Doyle is an author and activist known for her brilliant wisdom, brave storytelling, and bold activism. May her words inspire us that we can do hard things.

We live in a world where poverty is a lifestyle, not a choice. Inspiring a change is the first step to changing that.

We need to create awareness of what we are living in our country every day. We can’t just accept and continue living with the gun violence that surrounds us. The time to change must be now.

Bryan Stevenson is a lawyer and activist who has dedicated his life to fighting for justice for the poor and marginalized. Read his most inspiring and motivational quotes.

Malala’s courage and conviction have made her a global symbol of resilience and hope, and she continues to work tirelessly towards ensuring that all children have access to education. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

We all know that social justice is important. It's something we talk about, tweet about, and march for. But what does it really mean? And how can we make sure that we're living it every day?

We’ve already compiled the authoritative list of the best quotes on optimism and hope — and now we’re compiling... the opposite.

We've collected the best quotes from Hans Rosling (Factfulness, Gapminder) about global health, optimism, the state of the world, and how to make a difference.