Elevate Studios, of the Elevate Prize Foundation, announces Season 2 of the "Nevertheless" docuseries spotlighting defenders of democracy.

The new season will spotlight four individuals on the front lines of the fight for freedom, civil liberties and democracy

"For 55 years, the characters of Sesame Street have taught us how to count, how to read — and as importantly, how to be kind, empathic and compassionate." "Now, their important work can continue - thanks, in part, to the Elevate Prize Foundation."

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the iconic children's television show "Sesame Street," has received the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award, including a $250,000 grant and promotional support from the Elevate Prize Foundation. The honor recognizes the organization's global educational initiatives that go beyond television, supporting children’s health, education, and emotional well-being in over 150 countries.

En una ceremonia cargada de simbolismo, los queridos personajes Beto y Enrique (Bert & Ernie) de la icónica serie infantil Sesame Street hicieron una aparición especial este martes en un hotel de Miami Beach. La fundación Elevate Prize entregó un reconocimiento y una donación de $250,000 al legendario programa por su labor transformadora en la educación emocional y académica de millones de niños en todo el mundo.

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind the iconic children's television show 'Sesame Street,' has received the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award, including a $250,000 grant and promotional support from the Elevate Prize Foundation.” “The honor recognizes the organization's global educational initiatives that go beyond television, supporting children’s health, education, and emotional well-being in over 150 countries.

“The people who speak up against their own self-interest are becoming very, very important,” Disney said Tuesday at the opening panel of The Elevate Prize Foundation's Make Good Famous Summit in Miami Beach, Florida. “The people in philanthropy are the people who need to be speaking up ... What we are experiencing ... .”

At Elevate Studios, storytelling isn’t just entertainment — it’s a tool for transformation. By amplifying the voices of changemakers and multicultural leaders, Elevate is shifting culture to make doing good universal, not exceptional.

“The power of storytelling isn’t just in sharing our struggles or victories—it's in helping people see themselves in those stories. That’s how we build connection, empathy, and ultimately, community.” — Carolina García Jayaram. Read more on TheWieSuite

Elevate Studios, a new initiative by the Elevate Prize Foundation, unveils the 'Nevertheless' docuseries, spotlighting fearless women changemakers who are breaking barriers and shaping the future with resilience and innovation.

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The Elevate Prize Foundation continues its mission to amplify social good by awarding $6 million to visionary leaders driving transformative change worldwide. This year's Elevate Prize winners span diverse fields, tackling pressing global challenges with innovative solutions. With this support, they will scale their impact, amplify their voices, and inspire others to join the movement for a better world.