Social Media Accounts You Want Your Daughter To Follow

Social media may be full of superficial false realities and air-brushed selfies, but there are some hidden gems out there in the cyber world. Young women are going to find their way online one way or another, so kudos to these #GirlBosses for making social media a more positive space.

1. @TessHolliday

Instagram: @tessholliday

This plus size super model promotes positive body image with her famous hashtag #EffYourBeautyStandards. Tess is changing the modeling industry and the world one beautiful photo at a time.

2. @LaverneCox

Instagram: @lavernecox

I mean when talking about positive role models, it doesn't get any better than Laverne Cox. She uses her social media accounts to stand up for those whose voices aren't heard. #TransIsBeautiful

3. @AmyPoehlerSmartGirls

Instagram: @amypoehlersmartgirls

Ultimate #GirlBoss Amy Poehler started Smart Girls to create a space online that celebrates education, equality and being your true self.

4. @FullyRawKristina

Instagram: @fullyrawkristina

Kristina has been a raw vegan for over 10 years and is a positive health advocate for women of all ages. On social media she shares her journey to learning to love herself and her body through healthy eating and exercise.

5. @Frances_Cannon

Instagram: @frances_cannon

Frances is a feminist artist that's all about self love and smashing patriarchy. She honors the female body for the work of art that it is.

6. @MistyOnPointe

Instagram: @mistyonpointe

Misty is the first African-American female principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre. She could care less if she doesn't fit perfectly into your ballerina "box." Misty motivates her followers to never give up on their dreams.

7. @MadeWithCode

Instagram: @madewithcode

Google created this account to support the #GirlsWhoCode movement. Science, technology, engineering and math are just as much for girls as they are for boys.

8. @LenaDunham

Instagram: @lenadunham

Finally, a celebrity who is real and doesn't look like a photoshopped version of themselves. Lena Dunham uses her large social media following to talk about issues that are important to her like mental health, positive body image and equal pay for women.

9. @Feminist.Teenager

Instagram: @feminist.teenager

This young feminist took combatting negativity on social media into her own hands. She is best known for inspiring her peers and spreading equality.

10. @Zendaya

Instagram: @zendaya

This social media queen is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. Zendaya is not just a pop star. She is an activist, a feminist and is breaking down walls left and right.