World Youth Clubs is pleasedto announce Ernie Hudson as its newest World Youth Clubs Global Ambassador followinghis involvement as a judge for the 2025 Promise Awards.

Hudson is best known for hisrole as Winston Zeddemore in the Ghostbusters film franchise and hasappeared in numerous films and television series, including The Hand ThatRocks the Cradle, Miss Congeniality, and HBO’s Oz. Beyond hiswork on screen, Hudson has long been an advocate for youth andcommunity-focused initiatives.

“I’m honored to support themission of World Youth Clubs and the important work being done to provide youngpeople with safe, supportive spaces,” Hudson said.

Hudson joins Beau Bridges,Karl-Anthony Towns, Achok Majak, Lewis Richardson, Retief Goosen, and Dr. MonaDixon as a Global Ambassador.

Global Ambassadors utilizetheir networks, visibility, and influence to advance World Youth Clubs’ mission,becoming advocates for youth empowerment. By lending their voices, they engagediverse audiences, attract essential resources, and elevate the profile ofAffiliate Clubs. Their efforts in raising awareness and inspiring collectivesupport are vital to enhancing World Youth Clubs’ capacity to create meaningfulchange in the lives of young people across the globe.

World Youth Clubs is the premierfacilities-based youth development organization in the world. With 4,000+ clubsin 62 countries, WYC Affiliates currently serve more than 600,000 young people,making a meaningful difference in communities and young lives around the globe.

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