Dr. Heather Cameron

Credentials

PhD in Social and Political Thought, specializing in critical intellectuals.
Active girls’ rights advocate who also established a gym and volunteers as a boxing coach in Berlin.
Mentor and funder for various activist groups in Kenya and South Africa.
Holds the position of Honorary Professor at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa.
Engaged member and trainer within global networks such as the Sport for Social Change Network (Nike), Laureus Sport for Good, BMW Responsible Leaders Network, Ashoka Innovators for the Public Good, UN Office for Sport for Development and Peace, and Girls in the Lead.
Currently serving as a Professor of social entrepreneurship and innovation at the School of Public Health, Social Policy, and Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis.

Prize-Winning Projects:

UN Year for Sport & Physical Activity

Recognized for driving the innovative project of Box Girls International that harnesses the power of sports to promote social development and peace-building, showcasing a proven ability to make a meaningful impact.

Google Impact Prize

Awarded for founding, RespACT, Dr. Cameron was recognized for leading & and implementing innovative solutions to address pressing social and environmental challenges through strategic use of funding & and resources.

Start Social Prize

Distinguished for pioneering the Box Girls International initiative, driving social change, demonstrating a commitment to innovative solutions, and a track record of positively impacting communities through strategic implementation of social projects..

Innovation and Engagement in Teaching

German Professor of the Year 2010 from the Association of German University Professors.

Ashoka Fellow

Recognized for Box Girls International by the renowned global network for social entrepreneurs, for visionary leadership in driving social innovation, demonstrating a proven track record of catalyzing transformative change and fostering sustainable solutions to address pressing societal challenge.

BMW Responsible Leader

Acknowledged for a proven track record of driving initiatives that align with BMW's values, contributing to positive social and environmental impact., specifically for founding Box Girls International.

Global Impact

A map of our initiatives transforming communities worldwide.