Akram Youth Obstacles, Do they hold you back or Spur you on ? | Page 10

Throughout the first half of the 20th century,
Keller tackled social and political issues, including
women's suffrage, pacifism and birth control. In
1915, along with renowned city planner George
Kessler, she co-founded Helen Keller
International to combat the causes and
consequences of blindness and malnutrition. In
1920, she helped found the American Civil
Liberties Union.
Between 1946 and 1957, she traveled to 35
countries on five continents. In 1955, at age 75,
Keller embarked on the longest and most grueling
trip of her life: a 40,000-mile, five-month trek
across Asia! Through her many speeches and
appearances, she brought inspiration and
encouragement to millions of people.
We should all learn from Keller that you can do
anything you strive for, as long as you don't give
up. There's also a fundamental reason why Keller
could reach the places she did: her beloved
teacher. Teachers are our gurus and must be
treated with the utmost respect and kindness.
The gift of knowledge that they bestow is
unparallel to any other.
During her lifetime, she received many honors in
recognition of her accomplishments. Keller died in
her sleep on June 1, 1968, just a few weeks before
her 88th birthday. During her remarkable life,
Keller stood as a powerful example of how
determination, hard work, and imagination can
allow an individual to triumph over adversity. By
overcoming difficult conditions with a great deal
of persistence, she grew into a respected and
world-renowned activist who labored for the
betterment of others.

10 | January 2015

“I am only
one; but still
I am one.
I cannot do
everything,
but still I can
do something.
I will not
refuse to do
something
I can do.”
- Helen Keller