When I was younger, I remember watching Raven take a stand against things like racism (after she isn't hired for a job because she's Black) and body shaming (after she's told not to model her own design at a fashion show). At the time, I was happy to see a children's television program tackle such issues. Now, I find myself feeling even more appreciative of those portrayals, recognizing that they made me, as well as other young viewers, more cognizant of the injustices in the world.
I also love that Raven stands up for what's right even in smaller ways. When she sees an African foreign-exchange student being teased because of his clothes, she hilariously roasts everyone who makes fun of him. And when she learns that there's a rift between her immediate family and her ménage living in the country — yes, the iconic "Country Cousins" saga — she makes an effort to bring them all together. No matter what, Raven speaks her mind and doesn't back down from a challenge, which makes her one of Disney Channel's best role models.
