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EPISODE · Nov 15, 2019 · 21 MIN

#1000BlackGirlBooks with Marley Dias

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Isy Suttie speaks to Marley Dias about her work creating the #1000BlackGirlBooks campaign.Marley was in 5th grade when she decided to take action with the lack of diversity in books that she was studying in school. Marley’s parents encouraged her to find a way to make change happen, and with their help at 10 years old, she created a movement to make sure that diverse stories were put into the schools and communities that need them.Through her campaign; Marley has spoken at big talks and events, met Michelle Obama and Oprah and became the youngest person ever to be featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 list. The target of 1000 books was smashed, now standing at more than 12,000 – all while Marley continues to go to school, do homework and see friends.This is how Marley changed her world…

Isy Suttie speaks to Marley Dias about her work creating the #1000BlackGirlBooks campaign.Marley was in 5th grade when she decided to take action with the lack of diversity in books that she was studying in school. Marley’s parents encouraged her to find a way to make change happen, and with their help at 10 years old, she created a movement to make sure that diverse stories were put into the schools and communities that need them.Through her campaign; Marley has spoken at big talks and events, met Michelle Obama and Oprah and became the youngest person ever to be featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 list. The target of 1000 books was smashed, now standing at more than 12,000 – all while Marley continues to go to school, do homework and see friends.This is how Marley changed her world…

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