Usher's New Look, a 501c3, founded by Usher Raymond IV in 1999, certifies young people in four leadership pillars talent, education, career and service – to ensure their success as leaders throughout the world. We are on a mission to develop global youth leaders and change the world, one youth at a time. Our program begins in 7th and 8th grade and follows students until they graduate college, or obtain full-time careers. Our program is unique because it is peer-to-peer led by students who matriculate through the program. How We Do It: Step 1- Powered by Service Training (7th & 8th Grade) Step 2- New Look Leadership Academy (9th-12th Grade) Step 3- Moguls in Training Program (College) Our Impact: Since its establishment, New Look has trained over 42,000 youth in over 8 different countries. Youth engaged with New Look demonstrate significant outcomes in all four areas including: 100% of youth graduate high school 98% go on to college 86% are first-generation college students 100% of youth recognize they have the power to encourage others to create change in the community 100% of youth can identify a personal talent or passion 100% feel they are equipped to engage in formal business events