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What Taylor Swift, Mark Cuban and Michael Jordan Can Teach Us About Embracing Failure

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Allstate needed a partner to help it create a service-learning curriculum and volunteer programs to empower young people.

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Microsoft built on its legacy of using technology for good by providing digital skills training to youth for social impact.

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Walgreens wanted to find a way to provide resources, supplies, and training programs to educators and students across America.

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Unilever was looking for ways to tie consumer purchases to creating social good and improving outcomes for people in the developing world.

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Virgin Atlantic was looking for a long-term partnership to further its commitment to supporting education, with a focus on STEM skills and underprivileged communities.

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College Board wanted to add a service learning model to its Advanced Placement program, allowing students to apply their classroom work to the real world.

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Watch craig on Good morning America

Craig Kielburger joins co-author Holly Branson, and her iconic father Sir Richard Branson, live on Good Morning America to talk about their new book “WEconomy: You Can Find Meaning, Make a Living and Change the World”.

watch craig on Oprah

Oprah Winfrey interviews a young Craig Kielburger about his global movement to inspire children and help create a better world for all.

watch Craig on 60 Minutes

Ed Bradley sits down with Craig, who at the age of 13, managed to put the tragedy of child labor on the front page and keep it there.

watch craig on SQUAWK BOX

Craig Kielburger joins co-author Holly Branson on Squawk Box to talk about their new book “WEconomy: You Can Find Meaning, Make a Living and Change the World”.

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on CNN

CNN profiles Craig Kielburger’s story – from a 12-year-old combatting child labor, to the leader of a global organization that inspires children and youth to fight for what they believe in.

Watch craig on FORBES

Craig Kielburger is interviewed by Forbes Magazine about service learning, corporate-nonprofit partnerships, social media, and working with celebrities to drive social impact.

get inspired to become a Shameless idealist

Craig hosts the 12-part television series Shameless Idealists. Watch compelling episodes featuring change makers describing their living legacies.

Magic Johnson

Just as he dominated on the courts, Magic Johnson is an MVP off the courts. He’s passionate about bringing opportunities to disadvantaged neighborhoods and in his role as a leading HIV aids activist. Craig shares why Magic has always been in a league of his own.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Craig Kielburger sits down with the indomitable Ellen Johnson Sirleaf: economist, grandmother, reformer, Nobel Laureate and Africa's first elected female head of state.

Holly & Richard Branson

Together, philanthropists and entrepreneurs, Sir Richard Branson and his daughter Holly Branson, are a force to be reckoned with. Both passionately committed to leaving the world better than how they found it, Craig Kielburger shares why they are true examples of shameless idealists.

Martin Sheen

In a heartwarming conversation with acclaimed actor and activist, Martin Sheen, Craig Kielburger hears about the actor's life's work as a Shameless Idealist.

Reverend Jesse Jackson

From Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to President Barack Obama, civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson shares his unique perspective on a remarkable historical journey, in conversation with Craig Kielburger.

NELLY FURTADO

Nelly Furtado is a Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter who inspires legions of fans with her unique sound and style. A global citizen committed to stomping down boundaries to make a bigger impact on the world, Craig shares why Nelly is a shameless idealist.

Al Gore

Former American Vice President and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Al Gore speaks with Craig Kielburger about his quest to change the way we view the world.

Betty Williams

Recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976 for her work as a cofounder of Community of Peace People, an organization dedicated to promoting a peaceful resolution to the Troubles in Northern Ireland, the late Betty Williams shares insights from her life as a leading peace activist.

K'nnan

Craig speaks with world-renowned poet, singer and songwriter, K'naan, about his experience fleeing civil war in Somalia, his rise to fame and using it to spread a message of hope and peace.

KIELBURGER BOOKS & STORIES

Marc Kielburger and Craig Kielburger, whose writing spans over 25 years and have collectively written more than 20 books. Their works delve into the realms of social entrepreneurship, finance, community engagement and the art of building social capital in the modern world.

Here, you'll find ideas and inspirations, each book is a unique exploration aimed at empowering individuals to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.

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BOOKS

What Is My Legacy?

Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment To heal a world in crisis, we must rethink “legacy”—and commit to something bigger than ourselves.

Free the Children

Craig’s first book, Free the Children, recounts his remarkable odyssey across South Asia, meeting some of the world's most disadvantaged children and learning the truth behind the headlines.

Me to We Finding Meaning in a Material World

This New York Times bestseller offers an approach to life that shows us what is truly valuable and will help
re-define the goals we set for ourselves and the legacy we want to leave.

WEconomy

WEconomy is an international bestseller and a respected guidebook for the next evolution in business. Written by Craig Kielburger, Marc Kielburger and Dr. Holly Branson with a forward by Sheryl Sandberg and an Epilogue by Sir Richard Branson.

The World Needs Your Kid

With a forward by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this book is a must read for any parents or teachers that offers inspiring lessons from remarkable individuals, committed parents and compassionate children.

Take Action! A Guide to Active Citizenship

Take Action! is a step-by-step guide to active citizenship that equips young people with the tools to make a difference on local, national and global levels.

Take More Action How to Change the World

Building on the principles of ‘Take Action’, Take More Action is an advanced guide to global citizenship, empowering young people to be world changers around the globe or in their own backyard.

It Takes a Child

It Takes a Child is a colourful look back at Craig's adventures in taking global action. Craig takes young readers along on a inspirational and educational journey through South Asia, learning about global poverty and child labor.

My Grandma Follows Me on Twitter

A hilarious volume of complaints heard only in the developed world. For each first world problem, the Kielburger's draw on their experience in international development to offer small responses that can make a difference.

MY LEGACY journey

Craig shares memorable moments from 25 years of legacy building

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EARLY INSPIRATION

When I was 12, the story of a brave boy in Pakistan fighting against child labor, taught me that you're never too young to change the world.

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secondary school

Coming from a long line of educators who instilled the value of education in me from my earliest days, the naming of the school was a humbling milestone.

Disaster Relief in Haiti

I visited Haiti several times after the 2010 earthquake. I was joined by actress Mia Farrow and learned that long-term sustainable development is the only path to lasting change.

Learning from a legend

Oprah taught me the power of mentorship and running a charity like a business to achieve the greatest possible impact on lives.

The making of WE Day

WE Day started out with a goal of recognizing youth who made it cool to care. It became part of a global movement for hope and change.

Malala Yousafzai

Malala stood up to the Taliban, and reminded me again that anyone, whether a 12 year old boy named Iqbal or young girl in Pakistan, has the power to change the world.

Becoming an Author

As a long-time book worm, I learned from an early age that one of the best mediums to help motivate and inspire others is the written word.

Sharing the Legacy of Nelson Mandela

One of the early heroes in my life, Nelson Mandela, shared many lessons about living your legacy in his historic 95-year life. The one that always stuck with me is that he was “a shepherd who led his sheep from behind”.

Opening a college in kenya

From a few schoolrooms on the plains Kenya’s Maasai Mara region, to a fully accredited college in under 20 years, the opening of WE College showed how impactful sustainable development can be for a community.

Service Learning

As important as reading, writing and arithmetic, youth volunteerism and service-learning programming nurture active citizenship.

"I have known Craig for nearly two decades, ever since he was a young boy changing the world. I have been honored to be part of his work over the years."

- Mia Farrow, Actor and Activist

"Craig is one of my heroes. He has positively impacted millions of lives. He has inspired me over the years and helped me contribute in powerful ways."

- Martin Sheen, Actor and Activist

"I first remember Craig coming to my house when I was Vice President inspiring my own children. Many years later, he provided me a platform to inspire the next generation."

Vice President Al Gore,
‍Nobel Laureate and Statesman

"Craig has worked closely with my family and me. He has served as an advisor, strategic partner and implementer helping advance my parents' nonviolent legacy of peace, justice and equity."

Martin Luther King III,
Human Rights Advocate

"One of my proudest moments was having my daughter Holly and Craig co-author the book “WEconomy” showing how business, when done properly, can be a force for good."

Sir Richard Branson,
Entrepreneur and Philanthropist

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entrepreneur.com Articles
by Craig Kielburger

Thinking of Laying Off Staff? Here's Why Job Cuts Might Be Bad For Your Business

3 Lessons I Learned While Working With Participant Media

Be Part of the Solution — How Your Business Can Help End Child Labor

What Taylor Swift, Mark Cuban and Michael Jordan Can Teach Us About Embracing Failure

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

Be Part of the Solution — How Your Business Can Help End Child Labor

3 Lessons I Learned While Working With Participant Media

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

What Taylor Swift, Mark Cuban and Michael Jordan Can Teach Us About Embracing Failure

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

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Your LEGACY matters

25 YEARS OF CREATING IMPACT

legacy in action

MARTIN LUTHER KING III, Arndrea Waters King & Yolanda king

Igniting Walter Green's Movement of Gratitude

Now let's talk ABOUT your legacy

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get inspired to become a Shameless idealist

KIELBURGER BOOKS & STORIES

BOOKS

MY LEGACY journey

HUMANITARIAN SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR LEGACY ARCHITECT

news

New book announcement:What Is My Legacy? Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment

REALIZE THE DREAM

a new movement calling Americans to service, launches at the NFL

entrepreneur.com Articles by Craig Kielburger

Thinking of Laying Off Staff? Here's Why Job Cuts Might Be Bad For Your Business

3 Lessons I Learned While Working With Participant Media

Be Part of the Solution — How Your Business Can Help End Child Labor

What Taylor Swift, Mark Cuban and Michael Jordan Can Teach Us About Embracing Failure

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

Be Part of the Solution — How Your Business Can Help End Child Labor

3 Lessons I Learned While Working With Participant Media

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

What Taylor Swift, Mark Cuban and Michael Jordan Can Teach Us About Embracing Failure

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

Follow Craig on Linkedin

Follow Craig on Instaragm

Your LEGACY matters

25 YEARS OF CREATING IMPACT

legacy in action

MARTIN LUTHER KING III, Arndrea Waters King & Yolanda king

Igniting Walter Green's Movement of Gratitude

Now let's talk ABOUT your legacy

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get inspired to become a Shameless idealist

KIELBURGER BOOKS & STORIES

BOOKS

MY LEGACY journey

HUMANITARIAN
SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR
LEGACY ARCHITECT

New book announcement:
What Is My Legacy? Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment

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