Severn Suzuki, known as "The Girl Who Silenced the World for 5 Minutes," is a prominent environmental activist, cultural ambassador, television presenter, and author. Her impactful speech at the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro at age 12 drew global attention to climate and environmental issues, earning her comparisons to modern-day activist Greta Thunberg.
- Born in 1979 in Vancouver to environmentally conscious parents
- Founded the Environmental Children's Organization (ECO) at age 9
- Delivered a powerful speech at the 1992 UN Earth Summit
- Continues to advocate for environmental causes and youth empowerment
- Often compared to Greta Thunberg for her early activism and message