J. Luce Foundation Young Global Leadership Initiative

07/25/2024

05/26/2024

Viewpoint: Why Racism is a Public Health Crisis

Experiencing racism, whether overt or subtle, can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders. The constant stress from facing discrimination and microaggressions creates a state of heightened vigilance and fear, which has detrimental effects on mental health.

New York, N.Y. Racism, a pervasive and insidious force in society, extends far beyond social injustice and discrimination. It is, unequivocally, a public health crisis that affects the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of millions. Recognizing racism as a public health crisis is essential for addressing its widespread impact on health disparities, access to care, and overall community health. This essay explores the reasons why racism must be understood and tackled as a significant public health issue

https://stewardshipreport.org/why-racism-is-a-public-health-crisis/

05/04/2024

***Vanguard of Change: Students at the Helm of Social Revolution***

New York, N.Y. Over the past century, students have emerged as the driving force behind numerous social revolutions, catalyzing change, and shaping the course of history.

Students have been the catalysts for change, igniting movements that have reshaped societies and advanced the cause of justice around the world.

From the civil rights movement to the fight against apartheid, from anti-war protests to environmental activism, students have consistently stood at the forefront of movements for social justice, driving progress and challenging the status quo.

https://stewardshipreport.org/vanguard-of-change-students-at-the-helm-of-social-revolution/

03/22/2024

Excited to reveal our new 30 second spot courtesy of Triumph Communications. our 25th anniversary reception will be held in the Henry Luce penthouse of the Asia Society, Park Avenue and 70th St., Manhattan. Please mark your calendar for Thursday, October 17 from 6 to 9 PM.

01/15/2024

Luce Young Global Leader 2023.

Sydney Ireland, 22, has spent nearly a decade pushing for young girls to be able to join Boy Scouts and has finally achieved her goal. Speaking to DailyMail.com, she shared her fight for a change.

01/09/2024

Read This: "France Gets Its Youngest and First Openly Gay Prime Minister"

Gabriel Attal, 34, was appointed PM by Macron, who is also France’s youngest president.

12/28/2023

12/25/2023

I was totally shocked and overwhelmed to receive the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award this evening signed by Joe Biden - for my philanthropic work over the decades in Indonesia with orphans, teen mothers, and young global leaders.

The award came with a lapel pen and a signed letter that said, “The American story depends not on any one of us, not on some of us, but on all of us. I congratulate you on taking it upon yourself to contribute to the public good, and I'm proud to present you with the President's Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of your 4,000 hours of service to this great Nation.

Throughout our country's history, the American story has been strengthened by those who combine an optimism about what can be with the resilience to turn that vision into reality.

I know I'm not alone in recognizing that those who are willing to step up and volunteer in service of community and country are essential to the ongoing work of forming our more perfect union.

By sharing your time and passion, you are helping discover and deliver solutions to the challenges we face - solutions that we need now more than ever. We are living in a moment that calls for hope and light and love. Hope for our futures, light to see our way forward, and love for one another. Through your service, you are providing all three.

On behalf of the American people, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to you for your volunteer leadership, and I encourage you to continue to answer the call to serve. The country is counting on you.”

The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awards exist to recognize those individuals for their commitment to cultivating lasting change. The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awards are an annual event held to honor those in our nation who exhibit outstanding character, work ethic, and dedication to their communities.

Special thanks to our foundation’s Global Advisor Vanny Tousignant who made this all possible!

12/19/2023

The lifetime achievement he won just two days later was a surprise, and it came with a signed letter from President Joe Biden...