Emma Gonzalez
Emma Gonzalez
Emma Gonzalez (born November 11, 1999, in Coral Springs, Florida) is an American activist, advocate, and gun control advocate who rose to prominence after surviving the Parkland school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Following the tragedy, Gonzalez became a leading voice in the March for Our Lives movement, advocating for stricter gun laws and greater action to prevent gun violence. As a passionate speaker, she used her platform to push for change, notably delivering an emotional speech that quickly gained national attention.
Gonzalez’s advocacy has included testifying before Congress, speaking at rallies, and appearing on media platforms to spread awareness about the dangers of gun violence and to demand action from lawmakers. In 2018, she was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people and has since been recognized for her unwavering commitment to the fight for gun control. Her leadership continues to inspire young people and activists across the country to take action on important social issues.
Notable Quotes by Emma Gonzalez:
“We are the change that we seek.”
“We call BS on the idea that our leaders are not doing enough, and we call BS on the fact that we are not asking for too much.”
“If the president is not going to act, we are going to have to act ourselves.”
Emma Gonzalez’s powerful voice continues to inspire action on issues of gun violence prevention, and she remains an influential figure in the ongoing battle for safer communities.