Those working in social change are tackling the world’s most urgent issues like climate change and inequality. But increasingly, these changemakers are facing chronic stress, depression and burnout. Studies have shown that burnout and depression in the social sector is on the rise. To learn more about the challenges surrounding contemporary changemakers including activists, teachers, non-profit leaders, social workers, social entrepreneurs and health care providers, The Wellbeing Project interviewed 50 social change leaders from around the world.
