Community & Causes
Joyce Aboussie is a passionate advocate for numerous organizations committed to the pursuit of social good. Below are a handful of groups she has supported over the years.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
For over half a century St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has worked tirelessly to advance research and understanding of pediatric diseases, including cancer. All patients are given access to treatment regardless of the family’s ability to pay.
YWCA Leader Lunch Interview with Joyce Aboussie
“Do not focus on your failures or dwell on them, but learn from them”.
Joyce Aboussie
Beyond Differences
Beyond Differences is on a mission to create spaces of acceptance and end social isolation among students nationwide. By promoting Transformative Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Beyond Differences endeavors to motivate young people to change the world by starting with their interactions online and at school.
Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement
Missouri Democratic Congressman Dick Gephardt founded the Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement at Washington University with one mission: to equip and inspire students “to contribute to the progress and vitality of communities around the world.” The institute promotes civic engagement among the next generation of America’s leaders.