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A clever change in strategy helped California youth nearly double their annual food drive donations to 3,000 pounds. By asking for specific pantry staples from friends and family, the volunteers collected 347 grocery bags for local families.
Former President John Kufuor believes today's young people are better equipped than ever to succeed, thanks to technology and education. He's turning his lifetime of experience into mentorship programs to help them achieve even more.
Former Ghanaian President John Agyekum Kufuor says today's youth have surpassed his generation in education, thanks to technology. He's calling on older leaders to mentor young people through rapid change.
A student nonprofit is teaching STEM skills across three continents, and every instructor is still in high school. It started with a 3D printer packed in a suitcase bound for Kenya.
Vivian Ho saw that shame keeps people from asking for help, so at 17 she built a national organization that lets families get what they need without ever sharing their name. All The Same Organization now has 200 chapters and 8,000 volunteers.
Eighth-grader Jayden Walters discovered something powerful during his three weeks with the Sagewell A&R program: serving hungry neighbors changes how you see the world. Now he and fellow youth volunteers are turning Tuesday evenings into community lifelines in Brooklyn Square.
A high school team from Soneike placed third nationally and first in their category after transforming their school's cleanliness through student-led action. Their "From Neglect to Ownership" campaign proved that young people can solve real problems when given the chance to lead.
What started as a small clergy appreciation dinner in Suffolk, Virginia has exploded into a 500-person celebration recognizing everyone from sheriffs to 5-year-old activists. The free annual luncheon now has a waiting list of people eager to honor their neighbors doing extraordinary things.
Morocco just appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri to lead a government focused on jobs, equality, and better public services. The new administration brings fresh faces and experienced leaders together to tackle the country's biggest challenges.
Charles County Public Schools recognized five exceptional students from elementary through high school for their achievements in academics, leadership, and community service. Their stories showcase how dedication and kindness create positive ripples in schools.
The UAE just announced a million-dollar prize challenging 10,000 innovators from 150 countries to use AI to make cities better for everyone. The winners will see their solutions scaled from one city to many across the globe.
While working on his PhD, Mohd Firdoos Malik spent seven years offering free education and health services to rural Kashmir children. In 2025, President Droupadi Murmu honored him as one of just 30 NSS volunteers nationwide.