Variety Announces Emma Gonzalez as ‘Power of Women’ Honoree

Emma Gonzalez has been selected as one of Variety Magazine’s ‘Power of Women’ honorees for her activism and advocacy toward gun control.

The 18-year-old recently graduated from Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, only four months after surviving the tragic school shooting. After experiencing the horrific event, the teen decided to use her voice to speak against gun violence and shine a light on the importance of gun control.

 

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couldn’t take any pictures inside, went to meet with Steve King (gave him several days notice) he wasn’t there, his aid couldn’t answer any of our questions, kicked us out of Mr King’s office when she didn’t want to talk to us anymore, and wouldn’t allow any Iowa Residents to talk to her. I’ll talk with Mr King about his supporting the confederate flag if I ever meet him in person #CubanPride 🇨🇺

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Gonzalez helped to organize March for Our Lives, a student-led gun violence protest, and co-founded Never Again MSD, a committee dedicated to political change. Gonzalez’s heroic actions have earned the acknowledgement of Variety Magazine.

 

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we r tree huggers here @ march for our lives

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Annually, Variety Magazine hosts a ‘Power of Women’ event in Los Angeles, honoring women in the entertainment industry who have made a notably philanthropic impact. Gonzalez was selected alongside Tiffany Haddish, Regina King, Natalie Portman, and Lena Waithe.

Gonzalez is clearly well-deserving of the award, as she continues to speak up for change.