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It’s OK to Be Unreasonable: Jacob Blasius on Student Power and Global Advocacy

Wonkhe has just published a piece spotlighting Jacob Blasius, Executive Director of the Global Student Forum, and his journey from local student activism in Denmark to leading global efforts for student voice and solidarity.

It’s OK to Be Unreasonable: Jacob Blasius on Student Power and Global Advocacy
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Titled “It’s OK to be unreasonable,” the article explores Jacob’s reflections on navigating international systems, challenging institutional tokenism, and advocating for students in contexts as diverse as Zimbabwe, Iran, and the UK. It’s a compelling look at how GSF connects student movements across the world, building solidarity and pushing for real change.

Jacob’s message is clear: students have the power to shape the world — and sometimes, that means walking away from broken systems and demanding something better.

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