The women making social media feel better in 2026
Follow these role models to help positively disrupt your feed...
We all spend too much time scrolling on our phones - often without thinking about what we’re absorbing while we put our thumbs to use. And, while social media can be a whirlwind of funny memes and group DMs, it can also quietly chip away at our sense of self worth. The posts we see day after day shape our mood, motivation and self esteem far more than we would like to admit.
Which is why curating your feed intentionally matters. In 2018, The Female Lead’s Disrupt Your Feed research with psychologist Dr Terri Apter showed just how strongly the content young women consume can shape their confidence, aspirations and mental health. It proved what many of us already sensed: if the digital world is a place we spend a lot of time, we should make sure it’s filled with voices that lift us up - not wear us down. Creators who feel real, honest and human. People who remind us that growth isn’t linear, bodies aren’t flawless, and you don’t need to have it all together.
In October 2025, we spotlighted a new wave of feed disruptors - women using their platforms to bring truth, compassion and courage into the online space. Now,we’re celebrating even more incredible women who embody the full spectrum of being human: humour, vulnerability, messiness, joy and everything in between. Together, they remind us that social media isn’t just a highlight reel - it can be a tool for confidence, connection and community.
Meet the women being added to our list of DYF Creator Role Models and all deserve a permanent place on your follower list in 2026…
Grace Campbell:
Comedian, filmmaker and writer, Grace uses humour to tackle the messy realities of life. Her Instagram skits offer guaranteed laughs and a reminder not to take ourselves too seriously while still embracing emotional honesty.
Instagram: @disgracecampbell
TikTok: @disgracecampbell
Nelly London:
A leading voice in the body-positivity space, Nelly uses her platform to challenge beauty standards and celebrate bodies exactly as they are. Her warm, inclusive content has helped countless followers feel more at home in themselves.
Instagram: @_nelly_london
TikTok: @_nelly_london
Hannah Witton:
Once known for sex and relationship education on YouTube, Hannah now shares life as a freelance mum, small-business owner, book lover and sustainable-style enthusiast. Her content shows how evolving identity is something to embrace, not hide.
Instagram: @hannahwitton
TikTok: @hannahwitton
Dolly Singh:
Comedian, actor and creator, Dolly brings her signature blend of humour and heart to everything she posts. Her hit Best Worst Date series showcases her talent for sharp, relatable storytelling, while the rest of her feed mixes candid reflections, character sketches and everyday chaos. Unfiltered, funny and full of feeling, Dolly’s content always finds a way to connect.
Instagram: @dollysingh
TikTok: @dollysingh
Victoria Niamh:
Founder of The Glow Up Project, Victoria documents her recovery from anorexia, orthorexia and depression with raw honesty. Her content offers hope, representation and practical support for anyone on a healing journey.
Instagram: @victorianiamh
TikTok: @victorianiamh
Ghenet Randall:
Writer, creator and cozy-life enthusiast, Ghenet brings a warm, grounding presence to every corner of her feed. A New Yorker turned Londoner, she shares slow-living inspiration, nostalgic millennial moments and the joy found in good books, home comforts and freshly baked treats. Her content feels like a deep exhale — gentle, real and rooted in the belief that you can’t pour from an empty cup.
Instagram: @ghenetactually
TikTok: @ghenetactually
Alex Light:
Body-confidence creator, bestselling author and co-host of Should I Delete That?, Alex openly shares her journey recovering from eating disorders and navigating motherhood. Her platform challenges diet culture, encourages self-acceptance and creates a supportive space for anyone unlearning perfection.
Instagram: @alexlight_ldn
TikTok: @alexlight_ldn
Em Clarkson:
Writer, podcaster and advocate for women’s empowerment, wellbeing and online safety, Em brings candid conversations about motherhood, mental health and identity to her community. Her openness has helped redefine what honest influence can look like.
Instagram: @em_clarkson
TikTok: @em_clarkson
Simone Powderly:
Model, self-love advocate and co-founder of a personal-development programme for teenage girls, Simone creates empowering content centred on confidence, healing and community.
Instagram: @simonepowderly
TikTok: @simonepowderly
Hannah Gale:
A future doctor and mum of two, Hannah brings candid reflection to mental health, co-parenting, the realities of medical school and body-image struggles. Her feed represents imperfect resilience and the beauty of showing up as you are.
Instagram: @hannahfgale
TikTok: @hannahfgale
Edith Pritchett:
A cartoonist whose funny, sharply observed illustrations have earned her a loyal following, Edith turns everyday chaos into laugh-out-loud, relatable storytelling. Her work is a reminder that humour is its own kind of honesty.
Instagram: @edithcartoonist
Rina Sawayama:
Artist, model and cultural disruptor, Rina blends activism with creativity — challenging stereotypes around race, gender and sexuality while championing self-expression. Her boundary-breaking honesty makes her a standout disruptor.
Instagram: @rinasonline
TikTok: @rinasonline
Grace Victory:
Influencer, writer and long-standing advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance, Grace shares candid reflections on motherhood, identity and healing. Her content centres truth, vulnerability and the strength found in softness.
Instagram: @gracefvictory
TikTok: @gracefvictory
Hannah Connolly:
Freelance journalist and social-media producer known for her soothing “vibe checks” and grounding weekly notes. Hannah’s content is refreshingly calm, non-consumerist and full of big-sister energy.
Instagram: @han_aux_raisins
TikTok: @hanauchocolat
If you want a laugh, a lesson, to feel seen, or just an internet big sister to guide you through the chaos, then these are the women to follow. They’ll make you think, make you smile, and remind you that your feed can be a place for connection, honesty and community. We’d love to keep adding to this list, so if you spot someone else disrupting your feed in a brilliant way, share them too. Let’s keep disrupting!
