Lucy Thomas
2025-2026 Obama Foundation Asia-Pacific Leader

Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, PROJECT ROCKIT
Australia
Lucy Thomas is the chief executive officer and co-founder of PROJECT ROCKIT, an organization empowering youth with the skills to confront bullying, cyberbullying, hate, and prejudice. Lucy co-founded PROJECT ROCKIT with their sister in 2006, and it has grown to impact over 750,000 students and expanded its portfolio to award-winning school programs, digital innovation projects, and youth-centered advocacy. By engaging with the program, 83 percent of students reported they feel more confident standing up against bullying, and 91 percent of primary-aged students knew where to find support when experiencing tough times. Today, Lucy is involved in the global Safety Advisory Boards for Meta, Snapchat, Spotify, various government initiatives, and within Australia’s LGBTQ+ community.
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