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John Lewis Youth Leadership Award Recipients

The John Lewis Youth Leadership Award was established in 2021 by the National Association of Secretaries of State as a way for Secretaries of State to recognize a gifted, civic-minded young person in their state each year. These recipients demonstrate leadership abilities, have a passion for justice, and are motivated to improve the quality of life in their community.

2026

Kacey Sanders

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2025

London Coney

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2024

Elizabeth Metz

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2023

Miah Pierce

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2022

Emily Starkey

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2021

Leonte Cooper

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