LANEIGE has launched a 2026 philanthropic partnership in the U.S. with Step Up, a national mentorship nonprofit focused on career growth for teens and young women. The company said the yearlong program will center on mentorship and professional development, reflecting its effort to build confidence, leadership, and career access for the next generation of women.
A Brand Partnership With a Career Focus
The program is tied to LANEIGE’s “Open to Wonder” philosophy, which the brand says extends beyond skincare innovation to creating greater access and opportunity for young women. On its official site, LANEIGE describes “Open to Wonder” as a brand mindset rooted in curiosity and science.
Allison Pollack, Vice President of Marketing at LANEIGE US, said, “At LANEIGE, empowering confidence through beauty is at the heart of our purpose.” She added, “Our partnership with Step Up reflects that commitment by creating meaningful mentorship opportunities for young women as they…
explore and shape their career paths.” She also said, “Throughout the year, our teams will engage in hands-on mentoring experiences where we share real-world insights, skill-building guidance, and personal career journeys.” She added, “By creating direct access to industry leaders and learning opportunities, we’re proud to support young women with the networks and confidence they need to take the next steps in their journey.” The Students Selected for the Program A cohort of teens from The Young Women’s Leadership School of Astoria has been selected through Step Up’s application process, which was developed in collaboration with LANEIGE.
The school is a New York City public school in Queens, according to the NYC schools directory.
Throughout the year, the mentees will take part in LANEIGE-led workshops, mentorship sessions, and community experiences designed to help them explore career paths, deepen leadership skills, and gain real-world exposure across industries, including the beauty industry.
The program is intended to help participants build a stronger professional foundation as they plan their next steps. Step Up Brings the National Network Step Up said it supports high…
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