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The article discusses the New Voices program established by the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) in 2018. The program aims to bring diverse and innovative perspectives from early- and mid-career leaders to important discussions on how science, engineering, and medicine shape the global future. The program selects members through a competitive application process and supports them in enhancing scientific and policy solutions to national and global challenges. The article emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of the program and the importance of inclusivity and diversity in scientific research and policymaking. The program has initiated various projects, including the development of an AI chatbot for organizing and sharing public health information, examining the impact of climate change on engineering design, and promoting science diplomacy and diversity in STEM fields. The program has also provided opportunities for members to engage in NASEM activities and global events, contributing to their career advancement and the advancement of science. The New Voices program is supported by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Rutter Foundation, and the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. [Extracted from the article]

Letter to the Editor, Author(s): Dalal Najib, John Boright, John Hildebrand Author Affiliations: United States has several programmes for early-career leaders Your Editorial misleadingly claims that the United States is among the countries that [...]