Explore a compelling session from the 2024 APS April Meeting honoring recipients of the Forum on Physics and Society awards. Delve into the Burton Award Talk, which examines the challenges and opportunities in advocating for science in developing countries and complex political environments. Learn about the seismic safety of nuclear power plants through the Szilard Award lecture, which details their rigorous design, construction, and regulatory processes ensuring resilience against large earthquakes. Gain insights from Dr. Kartik Sheth's experiences in advancing science and equity from his roles in the Executive Office of the President. The session, spanning just over two hours, features talks by Galileo Violini on fostering science in developing countries, Robert J Budnitz on nuclear power plant earthquake design, and Kartik Sheth on advancing science through inclusion, offering a comprehensive look at the intersection of physics, society, and policy.