Social Entrepreneur Craig Kielburger started his life’s work at the age of twelve. Since then, he’s spent over two decades encouraging positive change. His journey began at his parents’ kitchen table and has taken him all over the world. He founded the WE Movement, which now provides tools and training to millions of people. Listed below are a few of the lessons he’s learned in his life. Read on to learn more about his inspiring journey.
How to Know About Social Entrepreneur Craig Kielburger
After graduating from college, Craig Kielburger started his own nonprofit, WE Charity, to empower young people to make a difference in the world. The WE Charity works with over 18,000 schools around the world, providing more than 4.3 million students with the tools to create lasting change. But it wasn’t easy, and Kielburger’s story is a fascinating one. His story is a testament to the power of social enterprise, and it’s a powerful and thought-provoking message.
The founder of Free The Children, a non-profit organization, Kielburger was inspired by the 12 year-old activist Iqbal Masih, who was murdered for his crusade against child labour. He traveled to South Asia to help children and was rewarded by Oprah Winfrey. Before graduating from high school, Craig was already on the world stage. He co-founded the WE movement, which has helped build thousands of schoolrooms and empower more than one million people in developing countries.