Praise for Find Your Fight

“Jay Ruderman has been the driver of a model for activism to right wrongs and help people. Now he has taken the lessons he has learned from decades on the front lines and put them into a manual for those wanting to join the fight and help heal the world. The book weaves together compelling stories from Ruderman’s life and work and many he has encountered to provide guideposts and advice for the next generation of activists.”

—Norm Ornstein, emeritus scholar, the American Enterprise Institute; vice president of the Matthew Harris Ornstein Memorial Foundation

“Jay Ruderman’s book is a guidebook with a formula to inspire each and every one of us to make a difference in life. Jay writes from personal experience, sharing with us that it can be done. Read the book, take it to heart, and you, too, can make a difference.”

—Abraham Foxman, national director emeritus of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

“Find Your Fight is an essential guide for those wanting to learn more about what it means to be an activist. Jay Ruderman provides practical steps that anyone can use to better their efforts as an ally for the issues they’re passionate about.”

—Marlee Matlin, Academy Award-winning actress, director, and activist

“In a world where there is so much need for change, we are lacking the tools we need to truly make a difference. Jay Ruderman has done the work and provides clear guidance that will inspire those looking to make a real impact.”

—Jim Langevin, former member of Congress from Rhode Island

“In Find Your Fight, Jay Ruderman offers hope, courage, and inspiration. With practical lessons and success stories, this book is guaranteed to empower both experienced activists and those looking for a place to start.”

—Tony Coelho, former majority whip of the United States House of Representatives

“Find Your Fight will leave you energized to take real action and equip you with the tools you need to do it. You will hear from those who have been there and learn how to be an activist and advocate in an effective way.”

—Geena Davis, Academy Award-winning actress and activist

“If you are looking to effect change but feel lost on exactly how, Find Your Fight will help guide your way. Jay Ruderman offers his experience, knowledge, and passion to make sure you have what you need to step up for your cause.”

—Julianna Margulies, Emmy Award-winning actress

“Jay Ruderman has a secret he wants to share with the rest of us: there is nothing to stop you from correcting an injustice, reducing inequity, and righting a wrong, if you’ll only dedicate yourself to getting it done. Through years of experience working for those with disabilities, Jay has picked up hard-earned lessons that he wants all of us to know about. Read this compelling book to learn why it’s possible for each one of us to make the world a better place.”

—Judy Woodruff, former anchor of the PBS Newshour

“If you’re looking to effect change and make a difference in your community, but feel unsure where to start, Find Your Fight is the spark you need to ignite your journey. Jay Ruderman offers his unique experience, vast knowledge, and unwavering passion to equip you to become a change agent.”

—Tiffany Smith-Anoa'i, executive vice president of entertainment diversity, inclusion, and communications at Paramount Global

“To his laurels as a celebrated philanthropist and activist, Jay Ruderman now adds the title of inspirational author. Find Your Fight is a lively and practical handbook exemplifying the rule that the most important lessons are the products of experience. Jay’s insights on persistence, diligence, and community-building will be invaluable to anyone with a passion for improving the world.”

—Joseph Aoun, President of Northeastern University

“Find Your Fight is an essential playbook for anyone who wants to create change in the world.”

—Peter Farrelly, Academy Award-winning director

“Jay Ruderman has written a thoughtful, compelling, and enjoyable guide to making positive, lasting change. This book is perfect for anyone seeking actionable strategies and inspiring stories to turn their passion into a powerful force for good.”

—Bill Kramer, CEO, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

“Jay Ruderman has devoted his life to creating a better world. This inspiring book provides real, practical advice on how you, too, can make a difference in the communities in which you live and work. It is also an engaging and honest read that draws on some of Jay’s own personal experiences.”

—Ronald Liebowitz, president of Brandeis University

“There are so many people everywhere who would love to contribute to positive change, make the world a better place. Few of us, however, know how and where to start. Jay Ruderman has made it his life’s work. Find Your Fight spells out exactly what it takes to be the change you want to see in the world.”

—Bobby Farrelly, PGA award-winning producer and American film director

“If you want to be an activist for human dignity and a better world, and not just a bystander lamenting the course of global, national, or local issues, this book will stimulate and guide you. As Ruderman warns, there are no ‘quick fixes.’ Activism is a marathon, not a sprint, and progress rarely happens in a straight line. A timely and well-written book, especially for a youthful activist with conviction.”

—Tom Harkin, United States Senator from Iowa

Jay Ruderman is an activist and attorney who has focused his life’s work on seeking social justice by advocating for people with disabilities worldwide. He is also the host of All About Change, a podcast focused on highlighting impactful stories of activism. He has spent the last decades raising his four children with his wife, Shira, in the Boston area.