I have mentioned before in one of my articles in the blog the role and the importance of the social impact influencers in today`s digital era where information and ideas spread rapidly through social media, the role of social impact influencers has become increasingly crucial. These individuals have the power to shape public opinion, mobilize communities, and create real change. By sharing their personal stories, expertise, and passion for a helping and changing for good, social impact influencers can break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and bring people together around for a common goal.
One of the most important thing is that the Social impact influencers serve as role models, they have the responsibilities for changing and need to inspire others finding the right was in using their own unique skills, talents, and social medias to make a difference in different target audience. They demonstrate that everyone has the potential to be a changemaker, regardless of their background or following. By highlighting the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, social impact influencers help to create a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world. Yet the credibility is key for the influencers: it leads to a favorable view of the influencer and positively affects consumers’ beliefs, opinions, attitudes, and behaviors, but the recent researches has shown that influencer-message compatibility with the target audience increases the credibility of the influencer and it is the starting point of the social impact influencers.
I know, there are many rules and it is not an easy role and steps to follow to become social impact influencers, still on the social networks we will find many successful stories from Social impact influencers that have made a significant difference in their communities, but here are the few that made me speechless:
- Donesha Bolden – Training4MyLife – Donesha Bolden’s transformation journey inspires body positivity and self-acceptance. Her story of personal growth and empowerment through health and fitness can motivate others to embrace their bodies and prioritize self-care. https://www.instagram.com/training4mylife/
- Sarah Lam – Inspiring Movement – Sarah Lam’s dedication to inspiring movement in all forms showcases the importance of staying active and embracing a holistic approach to health and fitness. Her commitment to promoting physical well-being can encourage others to prioritize their health and well-being. https://www.instagram.com/fitbyslam
- Valeria Hinojosa – Lifestyle with a Conscience – Valeria Hinojosa’s commitment to mindful living and sustainability serves as a model for conscious lifestyle choices. Her dedication to ethical practices and environmental awareness can motivate others to make more sustainable decisions and contribute to a better world. https://www.instagram.com/waterthruskin/
- Deborah Henry – Advocate for Refugees – Deborah Henry’s decade-long advocacy for refugees through education, entrepreneurship, and advocacy demonstrates the power of using one’s platform for social good. Her multifaceted approach to supporting marginalized communities can inspire others to stand up for those in need and drive positive change. https://www.fugee.org/
- HUMEN – Men’s Mental Health Advocacy – HUMEN’s mission to prevent men from suffering in silence and improve mental health through community support showcases the importance of addressing mental health issues, especially among men. Their focus on destigmatizing mental health challenges can encourage others to prioritize mental well-being and seek support when needed. https://www.instagram.com/humenorg/?hl=en These stories exemplify how social impact influencers can use their platforms to inspire positive change, promote well-being, and advocate for important social causes. Aspiring influencers can draw inspiration from these individuals to make a meaningful impact in their communities and contribute to a better world.
- Sonaksha – graphic designer and illustrator – Sonaksha is an illustrator, designer, and graphic recorder. Their illustrations and art examine care, body image and gender, and addresses subjects like disability justice, mental health and intersectional feminism. https://www.instagram.com/sonaksha/
- Adrian Edy – actor – Adrian Edy, a 26-year-old actor and social changemaker, uses his platform to showcase stories of giving back and encourages others to do the same. Inspired to help families struggling during the pandemic, Adrian has assisted hundreds of families in need. His dedication to charity work and inspiring others through simple acts of kindness showcases the power of compassion and community support https://www.instagram.com/adrianedy7/?hl=en
- Catarina Oliveira – accessibility without borders Her content is about raising awareness regarding accessibility for people with disability. https://www.instagram.com/especierarasobrerodas https://linktr.ee/catarinapboliveira – These stories exemplify how social impact influencers can use their platforms to inspire positive change, promote well-being, and advocate for important social causes. Aspiring influencers can draw inspiration from these individuals to make a meaningful impact in their communities and contribute to a better world.
More Inspiring Influencers that Promote Mental Health & Wellbeing on Social Media – https://www.fohr.co/blog/7-inspiring-influencers-organizations-that-promote-mental-health-wellbeing-on-social-media
Relevant links:
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17524032.2022.2115525
