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South Africa, 22
In true Bohemian style, I am inspired by the ideals of truth, beauty, freedom and love. At all times I seek truth, and openly challenge what I hold to be my current truth. I... (Read more)
South Africa, 35
MY INSPIRATION COMES FROM MY HUSBAND.HE SEES THE BEST IN ME.ALWAYS ENCOURAGE ME.MOTIVATES ME TO GO BEYOND THE BORDER OF MY LIMITATIONS.NEVER LETS ME GIVE UP ON ANYTHING. (Read more)
South Africa, 29
I have been a friend, companion and sister to many young people who are silenced by all sorts of trauma in different levels. I am really into peer-counselling. This means I have... (Read more)
South Africa, 29
I am inspired by great people, people who challenge my critical thinking process, people who appreciate diversity. I am inspired by those who give back to the society what they... (Read more)
South Africa, 25
Whenever I look at the sadness of the world, such as poverty, crime, abuse and all other atrocities and notice that there are some people who are still determined to make our... (Read more)
South Africa, 25
When people realise that they have been given the ultimate gift, which is 'life', and they realise that what they do with their lives is completely their choice! When people... (Read more)
South Africa, 26
I am inspired by many different things but the one that stands out the most by youth taking action i just feel that it doesn't matter how small the work you do is and how many... (Read more)
South Africa, 26
Yes, I think that TakingITGlobal has given me an opportunity to network with various youth globally, and to gain a better understanding of what is happening internationally. As... (Read more)
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