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Loran Maxime

I think our lives matter because everyone has their purpose in life. They just have to find it. Everyone can make a difference in this world no matter who you are.

Franchesca Reyes

My life matters for a plethora of reasons. I believe we all make an impact of some sort in this world, it is up to us if that is positive or negative. Personally I am trying my best to make mine positive. I know I am a role model to people like my little sister, …

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Tiffany Leveille

My life matters because I can use my voice and privilege to help those who may not have the opportunity to use theirs. My life matters because I can make a difference in my community through kindness, compassion, and the talents God gave me. My life matters because of my family who love and support …

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Vania Tong

I believe that everything in this world is connected which is known as the law of divine oneness. The main message of this law is that we are connected in some shape or form with the rest of the universe. Meaning that our actions and thoughts have an impact whether it be positive or negative …

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Oluseyi Alao

All lives matter because everyone is loved and appreciated by someone. My life matters to me more than ever now as a result of my 5-year-old son who I am solely responsible for his upbringing and all-around well-being. I have lived a carefree life as a result of losing both parents at a young age …

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Liza Edelstien

Everyone is put onto this Earth for a reason. We all have a purpose whether it be major or minor. There is a reason that I wake up every single morning, it’s because I’m here to fulfill my life journey. I’m still trying to figure out what exactly it is, but I’m still young and …

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Alex Morina

Why does my life matter? My life just like everyone else’s is extremely important. My life matters because I can change the world for the better and I can make a difference. My life matters to my loved ones and there are people that care for me. Nobody has the right to tell you that …

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Alex Morina

Why does my life matter? My life just like everyone else’s is extremely important. My life matters because I can change the world for the better and I can make a difference. My life matters to my loved ones and there are people that care for me. Nobody has the right to tell you that …

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Kevin wang

The Our Lives Matter movement is very important because it allows everyone to find a reason that makes them unique and powerful, individuals. No matter how anyone is feeling, they can use this movement to know that they are significant. Furthermore, it can be very uplifting and a way to boost your confidence in yourself …

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Joey Hamui

My life matters to many people, while it may not matter at all to others. However, I am in this world and I have the ability to change this world. I matter to my family, friends, and everyone surrounding me. This is because my actions lead to many things in life. Whether it is intentional …

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Jennifer Wan

I believe that the Our Lives Matter movement is important because of its emphasis on the individual. The movement seeks to improve society by emphasizing the importance of each and every life. Participants of the Our Lives Matter movement are asked to think about the question: Why does my life matter? It’s important to ask …

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Matthew Chang

I believe my life matters because I believe all people were put here on this earth with a purpose. Nobody was born by accident and was born with different personalities as well as different skills and abilities. The purpose of life for each and every one of us is to discover these abilities are and …

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Alvin Lin

Why does my life matter? My life matters because it is unique in my own way. No one gets to step in my shoes and control what I want to do and be in life but myself. I live, I laugh, and I learn. These are the 3 L’s that I follow to keep me …

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Yanhua Zhou

My life matters because I will be the daughter that makes my parents proud in the future and bring more positive effects to the world. I can also play a unique role in the grand scheme of things.

Tamanna Rajpoot

Why do our lives matter? Our lives matter because the entire world is made of people just like us. When we and respect our own life, it is a lot easier to value and respect the lives of others. The atrocities and tragedies in the world occur simply because people may not care about other …

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Kazi Shahria

Life is such a beautiful thing. Not everyone is born into a perfect family with a comfortable life. However, you learn so much throughout your journey. Everyone has a different story to tell and other goals. Without lives, the world would be a lonely and depressing place. There would be no goals, dreams, and no …

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Simran Singh

In my anthropology class, which I took in the Fall Semester, had shed light on the different customs and traditions of various people throughout the world in various periods of time. Many people had lived different lives and shouldn’t be judged for who they are and what they do. Everyone is someone’s parent, child, sibling, …

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Jason Ye

Why does my life in particular matter? What meaning does it have to the world? It’s a question that many including myself have. Personally, though, I feel as if it matters because everyone’s life matters. Every interaction we have with others, every word we speak affects people and we all seek to leave the world …

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Helen Wong

Why does my life matter? For some time, I was not able to answer this question. After years of searching and wondering, I figured it out. I am unique and important in my own ways, just like everyone else is out there. My actions have an impact on everything and everyone around me. If I …

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Joseph DiPaolo

All lives matter because God created us all differently. It does not matt what race, culture, religion, culture, sex, nationality we are as long as we humans on the planet. In America, we are a melting pot with a variety of different people. We are created in God’s image and likeness. All lives matter especially …

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Maryory Martinez

My life matters because I decided that it did. I spent years telling myself otherwise and caused so much damage along the way. One day I came to the realization that the things hindering me from reaching that level of self-actualization were meaningless. Simultaneously, I realized how much love was surrounding me. I started by …

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Roman Gornyachek

My life matters because I am unique from anyone else. A quote I once read that I want to paraphrase is that no one person will ever share the same experience or share the same world view as another person. I think that everyone has their own voice that they need to share with the …

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Yuchen Lin

Growing up, we were frequently asked the question, “What do you want to do when you grow up?” This question translated to “What impact do you want to make?” in my mind. Personally, I believe that every single person exists on this world for a reason, and their lives matter. Regardless of career, they contribute …

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Jade Yu

Why does my life matter? Growing up, I never knew the real answer. And I don’t think I even have an answer to give you. I haven’t lived life yet to the point where I know what my purpose in life is and why I am here. Living all these years til now, I am …

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Mariya Gebura

Many times people lie on their death beds and reminisce about all the moments they missed or all the moments they wish to live again. There seems to be a universal consensus that there is not enough time in life and it all goes by too fast. This is why our lives matter. Our lives …

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Sarah Kolodny

If you look at anything whether it be an endless skyscraper or a tiny little apple seed, it’s obvious that a higher power was involved with the creation of the world. The elaborate details that make up every tangible item let alone the concepts that run through our brain couldn’t have happened out of coincidence. …

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Meir

Mattering is subjective. When someone who is greater than you walks into the room you feel uncomfortable because you feel as if you don’t matter. And nobody wants to feel as if they don’t matter. It’s built into our DNA to matter to have purpose and when we don’t we are depressed and nothing “works.” …

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Su Latt Nyi Nyi

I remember when I used to live my life like Plankton always trying to steal the recipe for a peaceful life. After many years of beautiful disasters, I finally came to the realization that peace comes within me. My life matter. If you ever crossed paths with me and ask “Why?”. My answer will always …

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Anna Rajpoot

“To the world you may be just one person, but to one person you may be the world.” This is definitely one of the cheesiest quotes of all time. Unfortunately the cheesier the quote, the truer the message. After all, a cliche is a thought deemed so unoriginal- it must be universal truth (and should …

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Gabriel Shamama

To me, it is very apparent that my life matters. I am fortunate enough to say I am loved by many, whether it be friends or family, and if I were to magically disappear from this world, their lives would be undoubtedly impacted in a negative light. People rely on me, ask me for advice, …

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Stephanie

My life matters because it just does. It might sound a bit weird or cheesy but I believe I’m here to do something. I was brought here for a reason and I might not know it yet but I will soon. And everyone else’s lives matter because if it weren’t for certain people, I wouldn’t …

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Anderson Lopez

Our lives matter. But not because we were put here for greatness or because we have what it takes, they matter because we as a collective unit decide what happens next in this world. Not just for us but for those who come after, this must be seen as a blessing as we should never …

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Haolin Mo

Our lives matter because each of us is unique, everyone will have their own wonderful part. We can all do something for this world, no matter the big or small things, we all bring more colors to this world.

Sarah Myrick-Pettersen

My life matters because I am able to make an impact on the world, regardless of how big or small that impact may be. I make an impact on my family and my friends and those who are close to me. The way that I care for them and the way that they care for …

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Kevin Wang

All lives matter because everyone is given an opportunity to bring change to injustices in the world. Even if its small things , anything we do can influence others. So if we choose to the the right thing, a positive affect will be made around us. Everyone should value their lives as it is important …

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Chioma Onyema

Our Lives Matter because of what’s inside. There’s so much more than skin and everything else on the outside. I mean, we all feel the same emotions – pain, guilt, fear, love, joy, anger. They may come in different forms and circumstances, but they come, and no one is ostracized from feeling each of those …

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Nazia Bakhtari

Why does my life matter? Honeslty, i’m not able to answer that because I don’t know. I’m here like everyone else to try and make it in this big world. I’m just trying to get a degree, get a job, and settle down much like everyone else. Who knows if my path is already laid …

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Jennifer Wan

I am only one of the over 7 billion people on this planet, which makes my life seem insignificant in the grand scheme of things. However, the question is “Why does MY life matter?” The question isn’t asking me to compare myself to others or to gauge how important I am to this world. At …

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Amirah Khan

My life matters because I believe that I have the ability to impact the world and the environment around me. As an activist and a woman of color, I can and will use my voice to speak up against the injustices around me. Everyone has a voice and the power to advocate in our own …

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Alicia Lin

I always question if my life matters. What would it be like if I was not here? Would anyone miss me? Do I matter to someone? It is easy to look down on yourself and belittle the value of your life. But the truth is, I know I matter. I know that my being is …

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Vania Tong

Growing up, I would hear the question “Why does my life matter?” thrown around constantly. It seems as if it is difficult to find reasons why at times because it’s a mind-boggling question. However, at the same time, it isn’t because there are so many reasons why our lives matter, why all lives matter. It …

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Frances D.

My life matters because I have a purpose, and the world would be different if I wasn’t here. Everything we do in this life has a ripple effect, no matter what you do your actions and existence have an effect. My life matters to my parents, sibling, friends, and creator. My life matters because I …

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Alana

It is so important that especially during this time, we all acknowledge that everyone’s life matters. We are all being affected by this difficult time and we all must stick together in any way we can to come out of this stronger. Every life that is lost during this tragedy is a beautiful, important, and …

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Arthur Montenegro

Our lives matter because everything we do has an impact in the world. It can be something major, or something really small, but what matters is that we made an impact. This impact can affect the lives of others, in any shape, way, or form. When it comes to family and friends for example, we …

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Daniel Harvey

I believe all lives matter because (just like me) everyone wants to be something in life. I want to be an important figure in someone’s and be able to be financially stable so I can provide for my family also. One important thing I always wanted to do is give back to my mom because …

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Hana R.

It’s difficult to finding meaning in life when you are surrounded by hundreds of people, each with their own story and their own life to live. Life can seem meaningless, day in and day out continuing with the same things, but it’s in that bleakness that we find meaning. Our friends, our connections, our hobbies, …

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Marcelo

My life matters to me because my friends and family have done and risked everything they can for me to be in the position I am as a student and as a person. Without them I do not know where I would be now.

Homerra Akbar

All lives matter. No one in this world is perfect. Every imperfection we have is our uniqueness that defines who we are. Don’t let anyone think you don’t matter if you don’t live up to their expectations. Be your own person and take pride in who you are. Leave your print on this world and …

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Maryam Sadiq

All of our lives matter. Many people would believe that their voices will never be heard, so they never try. They believe this because they are one in billions of people, but that is why they matter. They are each individually unique. My life matters because of the struggles i had to get to this …

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Chimon L.

All of our lives matter. Many people would believe that their voices will never be heard, so they never try. They believe this because they are one in billions of people, but that is why they matter. They are each individually unique. My life matters because of the struggles i had to get to this …

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Alana

My life matters because I am a daughter, a friend, a girlfriend, a cousin, and most of all, a human being with value and a purpose. I have so much left to do. Find my passions, pursue my dreams in my career and personal life, spread my love and light to others, and leave an …

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David Kallon

My life matters because of my family and friends. At home my younger siblings need me to take care of them and I keep all my friends together. My relationships and ambitions give me a purpose.

Jenny Alva

My life matters because I am able to create my own ideals and morals and work towards them to build the personality that will shape the impactful individual I will grow to be. My life matters because it’s full of experiences and I’m in control as to whether it can strengthen me or allow myself …

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Michelle Gluzman

Our lives matter because we find our place in the world where we are needed or, where our fate lies and we try to make a difference in the lives of people around us one step at a time. No matter what race, religion, gender or ethnicity someone is, they will always have some ability …

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Aliyah

All lives matter, because everyone has something to offer the world. I know that my actions and accomplishments don’t need to be big in order to change the world for the better, it could be something as simple as holding the door for someone. Everyone has impacted the world in some way or another, and …

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Cai Ni C.

Our lives matter. We may not know what we are on earth for, but I believe it is to make a difference in the world. It can be something small like planting a tree or starting a movement that can change the world. For me, the way I want to make a difference is by …

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Nikita

My life matters because I want to make a difference in the world, and make the world a better place.

Jiggy (Ronaldino)

Our lives matter because as specks we make a bigger picture that leads to the ultimate destiny of mankind. Our lives and decisions affect the lives of others, not just human, but every living or non living thing. Every service or product we add helps someone else achieve a certain task. We don’t just live …

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Matan

My life matters to me because I have to make my family proud. Sometimes when life is tough it’s ok because I have a good support system of friends and family. I want to make an impact in this world.

Lola

I’m a daughter, a sister, friend, girlfriend, and cousin and I know each role makes their lives a little more special. I’m also fulfilling my purpose of giving my family a bigger name by going up the social ladder and everyday I get to learn and do something new and exciting.

Helena

My life matters because my family depends on me.

Lilia Grace Picpican

My life matters because I have friends, peers, classmates and a family, who I interact with on a daily basis. My decisions, actions, words and attitudes towards them impact them—no matter if it’s in a big or small way. My friends and family care for my well-being and wish for the best for me and …

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Jason Obiechefu

My life matters because there is only one of myself and since everyone is an individual it makes me special.

Emily X. Salinas

My life matters because I have the ability to help the world and support my family. My family wants me to achieve the dreams that they didn’t achieve when they were younger because they didn’t have the opportunity. I have dreams of my own and I want to my family proud.

Jade

One of the most important things to me is making a difference in other peoples’ lives. My life matters because I want to be a reason why other people smile when they’re having a bad day or something to lean a helping hand whenever they reach out. I have dreams and aspirations that I hope …

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Paul

Life matters. Having a purpose or developing one as we move on with our daily hassles is part of the journey. Our lives matters means everyone. It does not mean a specific gender, race, religion, or culture.

Anuja Deodat

My life matters because I have human rights and potential. I live and breathe and make choices, and so I have the potential to make those around me feel valued and appreciated. I matter because of the good I can do.

Stelli

My life matters because I am a brilliant and unconventional woman.  Because I think and experience life in a way that no one can. Because im part of the generation creating a future that is equal and just and beautiful.

Ryan Mendes

Incredible to hear the different stories and backgrounds from everyone involved. Inspired by Our Lives Matter and can’t wait for this group to grow to it’s full potential! Everyone apart of this should be very proud.

Cristen Martin

My life matters because God does not make mistakes. I have a purpose, several purposes, and as a member of society, as a friend, as a family member, and as a person I am here for a reason. I am working on accomplishing and finding out more about those purposes everyday.

Adelina Krasniqi

In our Universe there are 100 billion other galaxies and, in our galaxy, the milky way there are another 100 billion planets. I am just 1 of 7.7 billion other people on this planet. So, why does my life matter? I matter because I am capable of inspiring, teaching, and loving. I am part of …

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Diana

A person is smaller than even a point of a needle on a map. I am not a pessimist, but I am a realist and in my eyes, I know my life does not matter to the rest of the 7.53 billion people in the world, because they do not know me and I have …

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Xiaoling Zhang

My life matters because I believe there’s a reason why my life exists. Everyone’s life is just a process, but different people will go through different processes. This process is their most exciting part in the life. I believe that I will create my most beautiful process.

JUSTIN JIANG

Why does my life matter? It’s a question that not many people get to sit down and ponder on. The world is constantly changing as we live, and now more fast paced than ever. New technology is being produced quicker than ever. People are always striving to obtain higher positions in the corporate ladder. We …

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Moe Megahed

My life matters because I’m here. I breath. I exist. I have hopes and dreams. I have goals to achieve. I live for that and that’s my purpose. I was made for a reason and I have to find that reason…my life matters because I believe so.

Hannah Le

My life matter because I believe what I have done and what I am going to do affect other people. I know each of us is just a tiny part of this world, but if we all be kind and do good things, this world will be much more better and beautiful!

Sailah Garcia

My life matters because I have a purpose. It matters because I am a strong, educated, and independent woman who is on this earth to make a difference and to fight for my rights. I am able to help others in need and to give open arms to anyone who needs a friend. My life …

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Suhaib A. Saleh

My life matters because I was put on this Earth for a reason. We should all be able to live our lives happily and to the fullest. There’s enough room on this planet for all of us to live together in peace

Ashleigh :)

My life matters because I defeated every obstacle put in front of me and it is in my destiny to accomplish all of my goals. I survived poverty, childhood trauma and illness. I will not let anything hold me back from being the best version of myself. I will continue to think positive and live …

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Mark Kokhshteyn

I believe that my life matters because i am on this planet to make some kind of impact. Hopefully one day i could look back at my life and be able to say that truly made a change in someone else life or even in society as a whole. My goal is to be remembered …

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Kristin Lin

My life matters because every life matters. I am a person that believes that everything happens for a reason. My existence will impact other peoples existences and hopefully lead to something good. Therefore, I have to have a purpose for being alive and everyone is important.

Sadaf

My life matters because I have already been through tremendous hardships. I come from a country that was completely destroyed as a result of war. While growing up, I did not have access to electricity, computers, libraries, labs, playgrounds, or any other extracurricular activities. Despite all these hardships, I never gave up on my education. …

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Magdalen

It can be said that life is fragile in the same way that it is something grand and enjoyable. By this I mean that it can be over in just a matter of seconds or even less. We as humans are not aware that being able to walk, breathe, talk, see, hear, and take delight …

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QUEENIE MEI

My life matters because my life is a life that is lived for others. From the day I was born into an immigrant family, I knew I could not be selfish. From the day my siblings were diagnosed with mental health issues, I confirmed that my life is no longer my own. When I learned …

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SANDY CHEN

My Life Matters because the chances that I was even born, that i even exist, is 1 in 400 billion. Although I don’t know the nitty-gritty of those details and how that number is curated, I know that for me to exist is rare. The chances there will be another me is basically not going …

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ERIC YANG

My life matters because I am the only one who can choose what I want to do to this Earth that we all live in. Nobody else can decide what I want to do with my life and that’s the beauty of each and every one of our lives. We are in control of our …

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ELIJAH GLAUBACH

My life matters because everyone was put on this earth for a purpose and throughout life, certain things happen to you that puts you on a certain path to achieve what you were put on this earth to do. Whether it is to affect different people around you positively, invent something that changes the world, …

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EDBALUNA CONTRERAS

My life matters because I was put on this earth for a purpose. It matters because when I look at myself in the mirror I see my mother. My life matters because my mother depends on me to make a change when it comes to her life. My life matters because I know I have …

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YUSEF

I agree with the solution proposed by this piece. To achieve an understanding we all must interact with other individuals who are different from us to learn how similar we are. In the end of the day we are all human, and all human kind is entitled to innate rights. If we are all entitled …

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SHELLY MALUL

My life matters because I am my own individual and no one can walk the same path as me. We were all put on this earth on a unique mission which makes us all different. We can all make a change in this world and leave a footprint but it’s up to us what mark …

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SOPHIA CORST

When I think of Our Lives Matter, the first thing that comes to mind is that we share one incredible thing in common, and that is the fact that we are all human. It’s easy to “take sides” in the world around you as a way to make sense of where you land amidst all …

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MICHELLE NAZAR

My life matters because I am unique and hold a lot of respect for myself. I create my own meaning for my life and hold myself at a very high standard. I know I can create amazing things for myself and my family as well as inspire people from a positive and educated perspective. My …

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RACHEL WAHBA

In Judaism there is a concept that allows everyone to feel special in their own right. The story goes like this: Every person holds two papers in his or her pocket. In on paper it says “The world was created for me”. The other paper says “I am nothing but dust and ash”. We are …

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DANIELLE SAAD

My life matters because I was placed in this world for a purpose and I am meant to make real change in the world. No one’s life holds more importance over another. All of our lives matter, we are all human beings and we are all created equal. Our lives are a gift and a …

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SUHAIB QASIM

My life matters because I believe that I was born for a reason. Apart from my religious beliefs and obligations regarding my purpose on this Earth, I believe I was brought here to inspire and lead others towards a better world. We live in a flawed society, marred by ignorant opinions and societal values. I …

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RENEE WAINGORT

My life matters because I was put onto this earth for a reason. Every person can make a difference in the world. What one does can have a ripple effect on many people. I know that what I do can lead to big things. Every choice I make effects something else. I always have to …

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SOPHIA COHEN

My life matters because I am a young women who is constantly looking to improve and grow. I know that everything I do has an impact on the world therefore I use my opportunity as a student in college to make a difference. the more educated I become the more I am able to spread …

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FRIEDA HABER

My life matters because there is no one like me in the world. No one thinks the way I do, no one talks the way I do, and no one can change the world the way I can. My life’s experiences are unique and therefore no one has the ideas I’ll have and no one …

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DANIEL NITZANI

My life matters because I only get one life, and I plan to live it to my fullest potential. My life matters because I try to make a lasting impact on other peoples lives, and there has been many times that I have done things that really affected others. My life matters because when I …

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JARED HAKIMIAN

My life matters because everyone who is born is here for a reason. Everyone has a footprint to leave behind and it is up to that person to determine whether it is a positive or a negative footprint. My life matters because I have goals that I would like to achieve. I am on Earth …

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