Joe Hampton

Joseph Hampton is a youth advocate, scientist, community leader, and athlete committed to empowering young people to create meaningful change. A graduate of Savannah State University with a degree in Chemistry, Joseph brings a diverse perspective shaped by his experiences in STEM, athletics, education, and youth advocacy. During his collegiate career, he competed as a football player while serving as a leader and mentor within his university community.

Joseph previously served as a National Truth Ambassador representing Georgia, advocating for policies that protect young people from the harms of tobacco and nicotine products. During his time with Truth Initiative, he developed youth-centered initiatives, engaged with policymakers and government officials, and represented young voices at leadership conferences and advocacy events, including presenting to the Georgia Attorney General’s Office.

Now serving as Youth Liaison to the Truth Initiative Board of Directors, Joseph is passionate about ensuring young people have a meaningful voice in organizational leadership and decision-making. Following his collegiate career, he continued his football career at the professional level with the Nebraska Siege, further developing the leadership, discipline, and teamwork that he brings to his work as an advocate. Joseph is dedicated to bridging youth perspectives with policy and strategy while helping advance initiatives that reflect the experiences and priorities of the next generation.