Harvard Alumni are making an impact.

The Harvard Alumni Association is dedicated to showcasing the impact and difference Harvard alumni make each day around the world. Through the following collection of stories, videos, and events, learn about how Harvard alumni are involved in climate and inequality initiatives and what you can do to contribute to these causes.

San Antonio city councilor Ana Sandoval

Think Globally, Act Locally

As a scientist and San Antonio city councilor, Ana Sandoval MPH ’15 has made mitigating the effects of climate change on human health the primary focus of her public service.

Mothers Out Front founder Kelsey Wirth

Moms Fight Against Climate Change

“If you want to get something done, ask a mom.” This is one of the guiding principles behind the work of Mothers Out Front, a grassroots organization founded by Kelsey Wirth AB ’91 that mobilizes moms—and anyone else who would like to join—to take action in the climate crisis.

Alumni Impact: Rana Abdelhamid MPP '17

Harvard Kennedy School alumna Rana Abdelhamid MPP ‘17 is the founder of Malikah and a 2023 Forbes "30 Under 30" recipient.

Her nonprofit, Malikah, has trained thousands of women around the world in self-defense, anti-hate crime advocacy, emotional healing work, and more.