22-year-old Emma Kwaje from South Sudan is an impassioned advocate committed to empowerment, gender equity, and peace promotion. She collaborated with the Ministry of Youth and Sports to petition the National Assembly, advocating for the active involvement of youths in shaping governmental policies. This resulted in free public health services, culturally appropriate schools, out-of-school health education programs, and the integration of life skills into school curricula. She established the Banat Power Organization, mobilizing 1,348 girls to champion causes against challenges faced by young women. She provided orphanages, street children, and IDPs, with necessities, skills, and education. In collaboration with Amref, Emma spearheads a Comprehensive Sexuality Education project, distributing 17,000+ sanitary pads to vulnerable communities. With Plan International, Emma inspired young girls to strive for excellence as they temporarily assume key government positions through the Girls Takeover Campaign. Her annual GLAM program inspires 11,000+ youths through capacity-building and mentorship programs in partnership with UJOSS, which has mentored 250 girls. She reaches 30,000+ listeners weekly on her radio program and contributes to the development of the South Sudanese constitutional youth charter and discussions for partnerships with the Vice President for the Economic Cluster. Emma has empowered 20,000+ young people, amplified marginalized groups’ voices, and driven positive change in South Sudan..