Greta Tintin Eleonora Ernman Thunberg was born on January 3, 2003, in Stockholm, Sweden. She is a prominent environmental activist known for her efforts in combating climate change. In 2018, she launched the Fridays for Future movement, also known as School Strike for Climate. Greta comes from a family consisting of an opera singer mother and an actor father. She was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, now classified as autism spectrum disorder, at a young age. This diagnosis has had a significant impact on her life and has helped her to focus her energy and attention on her activism. Greta’s activism began when she was just eight years old, when she became aware of the impact of climate change on the environment. She made significant lifestyle changes, including adopting a vegan diet and refusing to travel by plane, in an effort to reduce her carbon footprint. Greta’s activism gained momentum in 2018, when she started a solitary protest outside the Swedish parliament, holding a sign that read “Skolstrejk fr Klimatet” (School Strike for Climate). The protest drew attention from the media and the public, and soon, several people began to join her. After the election, Greta returned to school but continued her Friday strikes, inspiring students worldwide to join the Fridays for Future movement. The movement spread to many countries, including Belgium, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Finland, Denmark, France, and the Netherlands. Greta’s activism has resulted in invitations to speak at major international forums, such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and the European Parliament, as well as before legislative bodies in Italy, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States. She has also made headlines with her address at the UN climate event in New York City, where she delivered a powerful speech that has been widely shared and praised. Despite her activism, Greta has faced criticism and backlash from some quarters. However, she remains committed to her cause and continues to inspire others with her passion and dedication. Gaza: A Humanitarian Crisis

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has been ongoing for decades, with Palestinians under siege facing severe shortages of food, water, and medicine. The Israeli military has been accused of exacerbating the situation, and the international community has been calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The people of Gaza are struggling to survive, with many families living in poverty and facing daily struggles to access basic necessities. The blockade imposed by Israel has made it difficult for aid to reach the region, and the humanitarian situation is dire. Greta’s mission, aboard the Madleen flotilla, aims to bring essential supplies to the people of Gaza, including baby formula, flour, rice, and medical equipment. The cargo is valued at over $1 million and includes crutches and prosthetic legs for children. The Israeli government has labeled Greta and her fellow activists as “Hamas propaganda mouthpieces” and warned them to turn back, claiming that they will not be allowed to reach Gaza. However, Greta and her team argue that their mission is peaceful and humanitarian, and that they are only trying to help the people of Gaza, who are struggling to survive. Greta’s message to the Israeli government is clear: “You have stolen my dreams and my childhood with your empty words. And yet I’m one of the lucky ones. People are suffering. People are dying. Entire ecosystems are collapsing. We are in the beginning of a mass extinction, and all you can talk about is money and fairy tales of eternal economic growth. How dare you!”

Greta’s activism is not limited to climate change; she is also raising awareness about Asperger’s syndrome and inspiring others with the condition. She has spoken about the challenges and strengths associated with Asperger’s, and has used her platform to promote understanding and acceptance. Greta’s published works include No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference (2019), a collection of her speeches, and The Climate Book: Facts and Solutions (2023). The documentary film I Am Greta was released in 2020. Greta’s message is one of hope and inspiration for a better future. She is a symbol of the power of young people to make a difference and bring about change. Her activism will continue to inspire others to take action and fight for human rights and climate action.