Through her profession as a writer, she spoke to other Americans and many around the world. Helen, as a writer, would use her skills to speak truth to power (afb.org). She was also a pacifist who would protest the United States' involvement in World War II. She was a committed socialist who worked to fight for workers' rights. Helen also supported women's suffrage and was a member of the American Civil Liberties Union (afb.org). In the American Civil Liberties Union, he helped bring awareness, money and support to the blind (biography.com). Helen wanted to learn more about the world and improve the lives of others. He began lecturing about his life experiences and working with disabled people. He also testified before Congress on behalf of the welfare of the blind (biography.com). Helen co-founded Helen Keller International in 1915 to help combat the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition.