Connecting generations one story at a time.
By fostering dialogue through our high school-led programs, we aim to bridge the gap between young and older generations, promoting understanding and mutual respect.
Our Mission
What we are here to do
The Inkstone Project fosters intergenerational connections to combat senior isolation, enhance mental well-being, and preserve personal histories—ensuring wisdom and advice is shared and remembered across generations.
Our History
How our story began
Brothers Ethan and Steven Huang, ages sixteen and fourteen, were raised largely by their grandparents. One day, the grandparents went to China and were unable to return due to travel restrictions from COVID. Years later, missing them sparked the brothers’ wish to create similar intergenerational connections
In early May of 2024, the brothers met Yuchi, a board member at the Chinese Culture and Community Center (CCACC) with the same goal, which led to the creation of the Inkstone Project for preserving and sharing intergenerational stories. Friends Zack Lam and Alicia Yang joined that June to co-found a summer program at the CCACC Adult Day Healthcare Center. At the senior center, they launched their first pilot program, consisting of three visits to CCACC to speak with the seniors and publish their stories.
Milestones
Our Journey so Far
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Milestone title: our founding
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Milestone title: first major program
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Our Team
Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated leaders who guide The Inkstone Project and its chapters around the world.
Steven Huang
CEO
Steven leads The Inkstone Project’s overall vision and strategy, overseeing its mission to foster intergenerational connections across all chapters.
Aaron Wong
New York Chapter Lead
Aaron Wong is a junior at Syosset High School who manages regional programs within New York, alongside Inkstone’s social media.
Beatriz Vila
Brazil Chapter Lead
Beatriz is a senior in high school managing programs in Brazil and is spearheading a country-wide senior advice photo archive.
Derrick Li
Ohio Chapter Lead
Derrick Li is a sophomore in high school managing programs in Ohio and is leading a senior tech-help volunteer iniative.
Ele Gheysens
France Chapter Lead
Ele is a senior in high school managing programs in France and plans to create a student-led recital at a nursing home.
Gege Xiuxiu
China Chapter Lead
Gege is a high school student in China working on building a student-led dance performance program at a senior center.
Henon
Ethiopia Chapter Lead
Henon is a senior in high school working on publishing student-written articles from a intergenerational story exchange program.
Leo Mosoti
Maryland Chapter Lead
Leo is a junior at St. Albans high school building a program bringing students to a senior center, facilitating conversation.
Patrick Li
Illinois Chapter Lead
Patrick is a junior in high school managing programs in Illinois, working with school clubs to run programs at local senior centers.
Sachin Jhun
Texas Chapter Lead
Sachin leads the Texas chapter, building a community of young storytellers and senior participants across the state.
