On Tuesday night, US President Barack Obama will deliver his seventh and final State of the Union speech. This being one of his last chances to formally address the nation, you can bet the President is aiming to go out on a high note. Likely topics include his administration’s goals for 2016, his overall legacy, and the race to choose his replacement.

As per tradition, the White House has invited a select group of people to join First Lady Michelle Obama in her guest box for the President’s address. This year’s special guests run the gamut from everyday Americans to the CEO of Microsoft. They each represent a cause or belief the President supports—including some of the same ideals global citizens hold dear.

The following seven State of the Union guests embody beliefs shared by global citizens around the world. By contributing their time and passion to causes ranging from gender equality to religious tolerance, these VIPs have earned their place of honor at Tuesday’s State of the Union and set a bold example for global citizens everywhere to follow. 

Refaai Hamo, Syrian refugee

This Syrian scientist helped inspire a wave of empathy for refugees when he shared his story with the popular photography blog Humans of New York in December. Hamo escaped Syria with three daughters and son, but not before losing seven of his family members to the war. Now a refugee living in Michigan, Hamo is determined to revive his career and make a lasting contribution in his field. Amid the raging debate over how the world should respond to the crisis in Syria and those fleeing it, Hamo offers proof of the good that can come from welcoming refugees. 

Major Lisa Jaster, gender equality trailblazer

Army Maj. Lisa Jaster completed Ranger School, now she will attend the State of the Union https://t.co/avmbrm3vzGpic.twitter.com/mBLrxTtquf

— Chicago Tribune (@chicagotribune) January 10, 2016

In October, Major Jaster helped shatter a longstanding gender barrier when she passed one of the US Army’s most grueling initiations, becoming just the third woman to graduate from Ranger School. Following last month’s historic decision to open all combat roles to women, Major Jaster and her fellow trailblazers are showing the world what women are capable of when given the opportunity. Score 1 for gender equality. 

Cynthia “Cindy” K. Dias, advocate for homeless veterans

Once-homeless vet to be among Michelle Obama’s speech guests: Cynthia Dias served during the Vietnam War. She ... https://t.co/8MFp23LNgb

— Daily News (@DailyNews724) January 10, 2016

A US Navy veteran who served in Vietnam, Dias grappled with PTSD and homelessness before a nonprofit for homeless veterans helped her get back on her feet. She now volunteers her time as an advocate for homeless veterans in Las Vegas. First Lady Michelle Obama made ending homelessness among veterans a priority in 2014, and the tireless efforts of Dias and others like her are integral to beating that form of poverty. 

Braeden Mannering, 12-year-old difference-maker

This 12-year-old, poverty-fighting wunderkid from Delaware was inspired by a White House healthy eating initiative to start his own organization to raise awareness about food insecurity and inspire kids like him to get involved. Since 2013, Brae's Brown Bags has handed out more than 4,600 bags of food to homeless and low-income people. Braedon embodies this simple truth: No action is too small—and no person too young—to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Jim Obergefell, marriage equality activist

Cincy's @JimObergefell will be among Obama's guests at final State of the Union speech https://t.co/p9CnopyxBD via @enquirer

— Deirdre Shesgreen (@dshesgreen) January 11, 2016

The named plaintiff in the landmark US Supreme Court case that legalized same-sex marriage in all 50 states last summer, Obergefell helped lead a movement to end discriminatory marriage laws and uphold equality once and for all. Thanks to Obergefell and the countless other advocates (past and present) who stood alongside him, love won, and the world moved one step closer to true equality. 

Ryan Reyes, religious tolerance champion

After terrorists murdered his boyfriend and 13 other people at a developmental disability center in San Bernardino, CA, last month, Ryan Reyes could have succumbed to hatred and fear. He could have sworn allegiance to Donald Trump and called on the government to ban all Muslims from entering the country. Instead, Reyes did what few would expect: He became an outspoken supporter of religious tolerance and of the many Muslims in his community who preach peace, not violence. “If we ostracize people, they can’t help us,” Reyes told the Los Angeles Times. “If we embrace, we can all help each other.” That’s a beautiful outlook, and it’s at the heart of what it means to be a global citizen.

A vacant seat for victims of gun violence

White House: a seat will be vacant at Obama's SOTU address to honor gun violence victims https://t.co/kSMUzodhOIpic.twitter.com/JujGy3wYEl

— Talking Points Memo (@TPM) January 11, 2016

Gun violence in America was a hugely divisive issue in 2015, but no matter where you stand on the debate, the statistics make one thing painfully clear: Far too many lives are being cut short by gun-toting killers. The empty seat in the First Lady’s guest box will serve as a symbolic reminder of those lives, and of the pressing need to find a way to keep guns out of the hands of those who intend harm. This isn’t the first time a seat was purposefully left unfilled at a State of the Union address: In 2003, First Lady Laura Bush’s box included an empty seat to commemorate "the empty place many Americans will always have at their tables and in their lives because of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001."

Whether you’re interested in President Obama’s address or just want to show your appreciation for the outstanding global citizens who’ll be his honored guests, tune in to the State of the Union at 9 PM ET on Tuesday night.