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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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