Take This Quiz: What Type of Changemaker Are You?

Not all changemakers look the same — some lead from the front, some empower others, and some quietly create solutions that make a real difference.

This quiz will help you discover your natural changemaking style. Keep track of how many A, B, C, and D answers you choose!

1. What excites you most about making a difference?

A. Starting a bold project and inspiring people to join
B. Finding clever solutions to difficult problems
C. Sharing ideas and helping others grow
D. Getting stuck in and doing something practical

2. When you're part of a group project, you're usually the one who:

A. Takes charge and sets the vision
B. Plans things carefully behind the scenes
C. Helps others stay motivated and informed
D. Organises the logistics and makes sure things get done

3. Your ideal changemaking adventure would include:

A. Pitching a new social enterprise idea
B. Designing a project that meets a local need
C. Facilitating a youth workshop or mentoring
D. Volunteering hands-on in a local community

4. Which of these would most inspire you?

A. Starting a campaign that gains national attention
B. Building a business that solves real-world problems
C. Helping someone understand their own potential
D. Seeing a physical difference you helped create

5. How do you handle challenges?

A. Rally your team and keep moving forward
B. Step back and assess before acting
C. Talk it through and seek advice
D. Tackle it head-on with action

6. What kind of impact do you dream of making?

A. Large-scale, visible change
B. Quiet but lasting solutions
C. Shifting mindsets and empowering others
D. Immediate, on-the-ground results

7. What motivates you most?

A. Big ideas and powerful movements
B. Innovation and strategy
C. People’s stories and shared learning
D. Seeing the direct results of your effort

8. When others describe you, they often say you're:

A. Driven and inspiring
B. Smart and thoughtful
C. Compassionate and insightful
D. Dedicated and reliable

9. In school or work, you prefer:

A. Creative freedom and leadership roles
B. Working behind the scenes with focus
C. Talking through ideas and teaching others
D. Practical tasks and real-world experience

10. Which role would you feel most confident in?

A. Founding a youth-led initiative
B. Developing a business plan or proposal
C. Leading a workshop or delivering a talk
D. Organising a community clean-up or building project

Now Count Your Answers:

  • Mostly A’s → 🧭 The Visionary

  • Mostly B’s → 🧠 The Problem-Solver

  • Mostly C’s → 🎙️ The Educator

  • Mostly D’s → 💪 The Activator

🔎 Your Changemaker Type:

🧭 The Visionary

You see the future before others do. You’re bold, idealistic, and ready to rally a crowd around your cause. Your superpower? Inspiration.

You thrive on: Leading movements, launching ideas, and big-picture thinking.
Watch out for: Taking on too much alone — collaboration matters.

🧠 The Problem-Solver

You’re the brain behind the operation. Logical, creative, and calm under pressure, you’re the one people turn to when things get complex.

You thrive on: Strategy, innovation, and thoughtful decision-making.
Watch out for: Getting stuck in analysis — take your ideas into action!

🎙️ The Educator

You change the world one conversation at a time. Whether teaching, mentoring, or storytelling, you help others seedifferently.

You thrive on: Communication, empathy, and creating understanding.
Watch out for: Doubting your influence — words matter more than you think.

💪 The Activator

You’re the engine. When others are planning, you’re doing. You create tangible impact through action, and your dedication drives change forward.

You thrive on: Hands-on work, structure, and purpose.
Watch out for: Burnout — remember to pause and recharge.

🌍 No Matter Your Type...

There’s a place for you at TSAP Travel and Education — whether you're leading the way, building solutions, educating others, or taking action on the ground.

We need all types of changemakers — across Cornwall, Madagascar, and beyond.

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