All over the world, kids are embracing their role as future leaders and making a difference in their communities. NTC is highlighting the inspiring work they're doing in a new video series called "How Kids Change the World."

In the first episode, we introduce you to Ryan Hickman, a 10-year-old recycling hero in San Juan Capistrano, California. Ryan first visited the RePlanet Recycling Center with his dad when he was three years old. The very next day, he declared he was starting his own recycling company.

Since it was founded in 2012, Ryan's Recycling Company has properly diverted over 750,000 recyclables - that's 110,000 pounds!