Women have made their marks throughout history in various ways. From modern-day activists, like Malala Yousafzai, to women of the past, such as Eleanor Roosevelt, the power of women has transcended time and place. Here are six women that we young women should aspire to be like as we grow.

1. Angelina Jolie

Who she is: You may know her as Brad Pitt's wife, but Angelina Jolie has made the most of her fame through her work not only as an actress, but as a humanitarian.

Why she's awesome: Jolie has served as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations high commissioner for refugees, later being promoted to a special envoy. She has traveled around the globe to help refugees and internationally displaced persons. In addition, she fights for causes such as women's rights and children's education.

2. Eleanor Roosevelt

Who she is: Roosevelt was the first lady to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. She is known for being a civil rights activist.

Why she's awesome: Despite her husband's desire to appease the Southern states, Mrs. Roosevelt advocated for rights for African-Americans. Additionally, she defended Japanese-Americans after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

3. Malala Yousafzai

Who she is: She is known for being shot by the Taliban for standing up for her right to an education.

Why she's awesome: Yousafzai continued to attend school despite the Taliban's demand for women to stop attending school. She is an activist for female education, and in July of 2015, she opened a school for female Syrian refugees.

4. Amy Poehler

Who she is: You probably know her as Leslie Knope on "Parks and Rec." She's an actor who cares about women's issues.

Why she's awesome: She founded Amy Poehler's Smart Girls with Meredith Walker. It's an organization that strives to empower women. Her foundation is all about promoting intelligence and creativity, not about "fitting in." Oh, and she's funny.

5. Maya Angelou

Who she is: Angelou is known for her literature and civil rights activism. Her best-known work is "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."

Why she's awesome: She was a part of the Harlem Writers Guild for her renowned writing. Her writing gave a glimpse into what it means to be an African-American woman. Through her work, she became a spokesperson for women and African-Americans.

6. Audrey Hepburn

Who she is: She was a British actress, known for her beauty and glamour. As her acting career came to a close, she became involved with UNICEF.

Why she's awesome: She became a UNICEF ambassador and told the media in various countries about her projects. Some of her missions included a project for drinking water in Guatemala and training programs for women in Venezuela.

These women should inspire us to make a change in the world just as they have. Let's strive to be kinder, funnier, and more conscious of what it means to be a woman. As Beyoncé said, "girls run the world."