Małgorzata Łuczak | Warrington, UK

In a world full of anxiety, haste, and disappointment, there are people who, like a light at dawn, bring hope, direction, and strength. One such person is Małgorzata Łuczak – a woman of action and a leader with heart.

While many are still asleep, she is already taking action. 5 AM Heroes, the movement she created – now connecting people across the globe – was born not only from a need to change life’s rhythm, but from a deep belief that community and morning rituals can transform a day – or even a life.

Every day, Małgorzata inspires hundreds of people to step out of their comfort zones and do something good, not only for themselves but also for others. Her morning meetings, books, and challenges awaken people from both physical and spiritual slumber. Yet her leadership goes far beyond metaphor – it takes tangible, concrete form.

The most spectacular and symbolic of her initiatives? A cycling journey from the UK to Poland, which she undertook with her two brothers from 5 AM Heroes.

The 2000-kilometre ride was no fitness whim. It was a declaration of solidarity with those who lost everything in the floods. This powerful gesture not only brought vital funds but also had a profound emotional impact and motivated others to act.

What was just a distant tragedy on the news for some became a personal mission for Małgorzata. She didn’t just organise aid – she became part of it. This type of leadership doesn't rest on titles or speeches, but on actions that bring about change.

Her efforts are always focused on those in greatest need. "The Christmas Spark", a campaign organised by Małgorzata, brought joy to children affected by the disaster, because even one small parcel can restore a child’s sense of wonder and hope.

She also took on the Three Peaks Challenge, raising funds for a family whose home had been destroyed by fire. She climbed all three peaks to prove that every challenge, no matter how difficult, can become a chance to transform someone’s life.

Małgorzata is also the author of two books: "Hour of Victory #Ognisko" and "The Morning Master’s Journal", which have become a spiritual compass for many people searching for their path. These are not ordinary guides. They are manifestos of inner strength and tools of transformation that teach how to find peace in chaos and victory in everyday life.

In 2024, she was awarded the Witold Hulewicz Prize, a prestigious distinction for her social and charitable work. It is proof that her efforts were recognised not only by beneficiaries but also by cultural and intellectual circles.

Małgorzata Łuczak does not seek applause. She seeks people who, like her, want to leave the world better than they found it. Her nomination for the Leader Star award is a gesture of recognition for that quiet force which awakens, unites, and leads.

In a world that often divides and judges, she reminds us that the most significant courage lies in offering someone a helping hand when everyone else turns away. And the most crucial victory is not to stand on the podium, but to rise at dawn and light someone else’s beacon of hope.