Manal al-Sharif
Manal al-Sharif is a TED speaker who has written 1 quality-verified book, each paired here with their TED talk.
Manal al-Sharif is a trailblazing Saudi Arabian activist, advocate for women's rights, and leader in the global movement for driving change. As a pioneering figure in the Arab Spring, she sparked a revolution by driving a car in 2011, defying Saudi Arabia's ban on women behind the wheel. A charismatic and courageous orator, Manal's courageous activism has empowered millions of women worldwide, shattering societal norms and challenging entrenched patriarchy – her remarkable story is a testament to the transformative power of conviction, resilience, and the human spirit.