Author: Mahlet Sugebo

Mahlet Sugebo is a junior copywriter at The Anthem Awards, The Webby Awards and The Lovie Awards. Hailing from a background in journalism and PR—and with a passion for creative storytelling—Sugebo is dedicated to crafting compelling narratives that center unique perspectives.

Creators and Media Educating, Activating and Organizing Gen Z in 2024

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We’ve rounded up some incredible content creators and media outlets that are leading the charge and are educating, activating and organizing young voters ahead of the election. 

(This essay is part of a Women & Democracy multimedia package focused on Gen Z and student voters. The future envisioned by young leaders is bright—it’s built on reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, sustainability, freedom from violence and economic opportunity. Explore essays, a brand-new podcast, videos and more from some of your most loved [or soon to be!] influencers and writers, brought to you by Ms., DoSomething, the nonprofit that helps make volunteerism “cool,” and The Anthem Awards, the social impact arm of The Webbys.)

The Accountability Era: On the New Standards Gen Z Set for Brands to Be a Positive Force for Change

In an era of consumerism where you are what you buy, young people only want to engage with brands that stand for social good. The understanding is that we all have the power to do good but the responsibility to do it for each other. 

(This essay is part of a Women & Democracy multimedia package focused on Gen Z and student voters. The future envisioned by young leaders is bright—it’s built on reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, sustainability, freedom from violence and economic opportunity. Explore essays, a brand-new podcast, videos and more from some of your most loved [or soon to be!] influencers and writers, brought to you by Ms., DoSomething, the nonprofit that helps make volunteerism “cool,” and The Anthem Awards, the social impact arm of The Webbys.)

The Top Four Causes Igniting Young People

By rallying around causes that matter, young people are not only shaping their own futures but also redefining the landscape of civic engagement. 

(This essay is part of a Women & Democracy multimedia package focused on Gen Z and student voters. The future envisioned by young leaders is bright—it’s built on reproductive rights, bodily autonomy, sustainability, freedom from violence and economic opportunity. Explore essays, a brand-new podcast, videos and more from some of your most loved [or soon to be!] influencers and writers, brought to you by Ms., DoSomething, the nonprofit that helps make volunteerism “cool,” and The Anthem Awards, the social impact arm of The Webbys.)