ruby Bridges' Leadership
Ruby Bridges is far from what most people would think of as a leader after looking at her, but that is what makes her so special. At only 6 years old, she took a stance against segregation in schools and stood up to the segregation laws. She defied the odds with her bravery and opened a pathway for integration in the years to come. She changed history with her strength and courage that even most adults struggle to find. She showed the qualities of a true leader and, even today, continues to show leadership through the Ruby Bridges Foundation where she travels around the country and inspires kids to stand up for a good education. Her age at the time shows a different perspective of leadership and influences the idea that you don't have to be an adult to be a true leader. Most importantly, she never gave up and remained perserverent throughout her entire journey.