Talented Tuesdays: Anna Akana

It's Talented Tuesday! Each week, For Nerdy Girls features a digital innovator who inspires colorful women around the world. These are individuals who should be celebrated on a global level, so we'll start by talking about these changemakers right here.

Name: Anna Akana

Twitter: @AnnaAkana

Website: AnnaAkana.com

What she does: Anna is an actress, writer, comedian, filmmaker, and YouTuber.

Why she's inspiring: Anna leads a purpose-driven life through sharing her comedy and telling creative stories. Through her often humorous YouTube videos, Anna conveys her messages about important issues like confidence, mental health, racism, sexism, friendship, identity, and cats to her 1 million-plus fans.



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