# Melinda French Gates: Championing Women and Girls

At **Rebel Girls**, we celebrate women who are shaping the world for the better—and **Melinda French Gates** is undoubtedly one of them. Through her leadership at the Gates Foundation, she has focused on initiatives that uplift women and girls around the globe. Her philanthropic work addresses systemic barriers, provides essential education, and expands healthcare access for those who need it most.

Actor and activist **Malia Baker** sat down with Melinda to talk about her journey as a philanthropist, her advocacy for women and girls worldwide, and her brand-new book, _The Next Day_. Watch the full conversation below.

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The stories of women like Melinda and Malia remind us of the incredible power of purpose-driven work and the importance of using our voices and actions to create lasting change. Whether it’s through philanthropy, activism, or everyday efforts, each of us has the ability to make a difference. Let’s continue to support one another, championing causes that matter and empowering the next generation to build a better world.

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# **​​Get to Know the Rebels**

Want to dive deeper into the stories of these incredible changemakers? Here’s where you can learn more about their journeys and the impact they’re making:

### **Melinda French Gates**

A lifelong advocate for women and girls, Melinda has made significant strides in advancing education, healthcare, and gender equality through her work at the Gates Foundation. Melinda also wrote the foreword for our new edition of [_Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/good-night-stories-for-rebel-girls-new-edition). You can find her story featured in [_Rebel Girls Lead_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-lead).

### **Malia Baker**

An actor, activist, and true Rebel Girl, Malia is known for her role in _The Baby-Sitter’s Club_ and her dedication to gender equality and education. Malia is featured in [_Dear Rebel_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/dear-rebel), where she shares her journey of using her voice to uplift others, and you can watch our interview with her [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvQBRqgJcZ0&t=239s).

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