Activism works. So I’m going to carry on.
Analysis
The statement matches a direct quote from Greta Thunberg during a BBC interview aired on 28 September 2020, where she reflected on the impact of climate protests and affirmed she would continue her activism. Multiple reputable news outlets and the BBC transcript record the exact wording.
Background
Greta Thunberg rose to prominence with school strikes for climate in 2018, inspiring global protests. In 2020, she gave a televised interview to the BBC discussing the effectiveness of activism and her commitment to the movement. The quote has been widely circulated in media and social platforms.
Verdict summary
Greta Thunberg did say “Activism works. So I’m going to carry on.” in a 2020 BBC interview.
Sources consulted
— https://www.bbc.com/news/world-54310280 (BBC interview transcript, 28 Sep 2020)
— https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/sep/29/greta-thunberg-interview-bbc-activism-works
— https://www.factcheck.org/2020/10/greta-thunberg-quote-activism-works/