Monique Coleman

Monique Coleman is a multi-talented actress, youth advocate, and CEO. She rose to fame as Taylor McKessie, one of the leads in Disney's "High School Musical" series. As an actress, Monique has proven her versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. Her impressive skill set extends beyond acting, as she also achieved fourth place on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" in 2006.

Monique's passion for social justice has led her to become a champion for young people, serving as the United Nations' first-ever Youth Champion. During her 6-month global tour, she visited 24 countries across all continents to experience the challenges that young people face firsthand. Her experience inspired her to found GimmeMo, a platform dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and motivating young people through safe dialog about real issues.

Monique's capacity for leadership and advocacy has earned her numerous awards and accolades. She is a Girl Up Champion at the Girl Up Campaign, a former contributor at Justine Magazine, and was previously named UN Youth Champion at the United Nations.