Changemakers
The Obama Foundation is committed to the next generation of changemakers from around the world through scholarships, leadership training, and more.
My Brother’s Keeper Alliance Celebrates 10 Years of Making a Difference for Black Youth
Relive the most memorable moments and see how President Obama’s White House initiative has expanded across the country.
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- Alumni
Meet five women carrying forward the legacy of the Affordable Care Act in their communities
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- Programs
This Mother's Day, send your mom or the woman who raised you a card designed by the Girls Opportunity Alliance!
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- Leaders
Find out how the 2023 cohort created a non-profit committed to a sustainable future for Africa, one entrepreneur at a time.
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- Equality
Meet five women making a difference with the help of the Girls Opportunity Alliance
Learn more- The Arts
- Leaders
Ahead of her debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, hear how one Obama Leader leverages the power of music to educate, entertain, and heal her community.
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- MBK Alliance
Get to know two young men carrying forward the legacy of MBK
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- MBK Alliance
Take a look back at some of the program's most inspiring moments.
Learn more- Leaders
- Michelle Obama
We marked the fifth anniversary of the Leaders program where it all began.
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- Building the Center
Learn about the work of civil rights icon John Lewis and his influence on President Obama and the Obama Foundation.
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- Voyagers
Meet recipients of the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service or learn how you can apply to be in the next cohort!
Learn more- Alumni
- Leaders
Meet an Obama Leader supporting Virginians in need.
Learn more- Defending Democracy
- Barack Obama
- Alumni
- The Obama Administration
Meet five people whose time campaigning for President Obama inspired them to continue serving their communities
Learn more- Education
- Leaders
Meet 2023 United States Obama Leader Ryan Pavel, veteran, and CEO of Warrior-Scholar Project.
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- The Obama Administration
Learn about six 2008 alumni and their positive impact on our world 15 years later.
Learn more- Youth
- Leaders
Learn how Ziad Ahmed built a successful company by listening to the next generation.
Learn more- Equality
- Voyagers
Nick Kennedy, an Obama-Chesky Voyager, is advocating for the preservation of Indigenous culture.
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- USA
Learn how Bethany Rivera Molinar is transforming her Texas neighborhood through community work.
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- Scholars
DeKevious Wilson strengthens youth mental health through policy work.
Learn more- Alumni
- Equality
Meet the Obama alum who is championing disability rights for all.
Learn more- Youth
- Chicago
We partner with Local Lunchbox to provide thousands of meals to our young people over the summer months.
Learn more- Equality
- Leaders
Progress for LGBTQ+ people in Uganda has been hindered by the current cultural and political landscape.
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- Leaders
Get a look inside the week-long leadership and cultural experience.
Learn more- MBK Alliance
- The Arts
Learn more about Nathan, his experience at Guitars Over Guns, and his plans for the future.
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- The Arts
Young Chicagoan Raven Smith created the t-shirt company Straight From The GO – All Good Things From ChicaGO to dispel negative perceptions about violence in Chicago
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- Voyagers
Voyager to tackle food and water insecurity during Summer Voyage
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- Leaders
Obama Leader advocates for stronger climate policies
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- Leaders
This week in Berlin, Germany, President Obama sat down with 18 alumni of our leadership programs from across Europe for a roundtable conversation about the importance of nurturing democracy.
Learn more- Sustainability
- Alumni
Meet the Obama alum who is leading climate action efforts at The Climate Group.
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- Scholars
Obama Scholar creates clean water for rural Indonesians
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- Leaders
Obama Leader improves sustainability policies in Europe
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- Leaders
Obama Foundation Leader transforms aquatic weeds into biodegradable plastic.
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- Leaders
Find out how Elpida is making a difference for female entrepreneurs in Kenya.
Learn more- Equality
- Leaders
Learn how Ireen is improving the livelihood of women and girls in Zambia’s rural communities.
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- Leaders
See how Emma uses the law and the power of community to help eradicate gender-based violence.
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