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The Badass 50: women who are making the world a better place in 2021.

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After a full-stop year, life is slowly returning to normal. But the women on this list never put their passions on pause. They’ve championed vital causes and strived to realize their visions for the world amid the most challenging times. And we’re all better for it. Introducing, 50 women who are making the world a better place in 2021.

#4: Sara de Zarraga & Quinn Fitzgerald

"We've helped thousands of women live their lives with confidence and control," says de Zarraga, who co-founded a line of personal security jewelry called Flare in 2016 with Fitzgerald, a fellow sexual assault survivor. With the click of a button on their designs, someone in an unsafe or uncomfortable situation can discreetly alert designated contacts, connect with police, or send themselves an incoming call as an exit excuse.