Lee’s film School Daze propels an educator to become the president of a historically black college.

The Hamilton creator inspires a father and daughter to overcome the challenges of fighting cancer.

Discovering Wonder's music restores the faith of a woman who woke up blind and helps her reconnect with the world.

Winfrey's trailblazing journey motivates a Georgia man to confront racism and run for elected office in his hometown.

A woman is emboldened by Steinem's feminist activism to become a doctor at a time when society expected her to be a homemaker.

The beloved Sesame Street Star helps a young Indian American immigrant feel less alone in her new country.

The animal welfare activist's struggles and triumphs inspire two Balinese teenagers to start a movement of their own.

The perseverance Raisman displayed in her Olympic quest helps a young gymnast who lost her leg defy the odds.

Shahidi's commitment to social justice issues empowers a community organizer who grew up in foster homes to change the system.

The groundbreaking African American ballerina motivates an aspiring aerospace engineer to triumph over racial and gender boundaries.

The Oscar winner's advocacy for women of color inspires a Nigerian woman to start an organization to help women and young girls in her country.

Emboldened by Oh's "it's an honor just to be Asian" proclamation at the Emmys, a journalist starts an Asian American pride movement.

An op-ed written by the NBA legend leads a Latino activist to create an organization devoted to uniting communities of color in L.A.

Porter's tireless efforts to break barriers in show business help a fellow stage performer create a platform to celebrate Black actors on Broadway.

The outspoken activist's TED Talk on life's third act encourages a woman on the verge of 60 to forge ahead in a new career instead of retiring.

Inspired by the award-winning director's work, four Black female judges create a nonprofit to educate kids about the criminal justice system.

The Nobel Peace Prize winner meets a young Syrian refugee and inspires her to fight for girls' education and freedom from child marriage.

Hamilton's surfing innovations give a triple amputee encouragement to adapt the sport to his body.

The late fashion editor and style icon who broke long-standing racial barriers mentored an up-and-coming Black designer.

Selena's honesty about her mental health gives two people the courage to speak out about their own challenges.