Sophie Sandberg

Sophie Sandberg is a speaker, street artist, and founder committed to combating gender-based violence on and offline. She created the popular initiative, Catcalls of NYC, which raises awareness about street harassment using colorful chalk art and digital media. Since starting Catcalls of NYC in 2016, she has reached millions of people online and inspired the youth-led movement Chalk Back, consisting of “Catcalls of” sites spanning six continents. An educator at heart, Sophie facilitates workshops and presents on topics such as gender justice, youth activism, mental health, and digital wellness at high schools and colleges across the country.