Building the Obama Presidential Center: Meet Dina Griffin Obama Foundation 2023-04-03 | Dina Griffin, president of Interactive Design Architects (IDEA) was selected to join the team as Associate Architect to Tod Williams | Billie Tsien Architects to design the Obama Presidential Center.Dina shares how it feels to be a South Side girl returning to the neighborhood for this project, the vision for the Obama Presidential Center, and how her work connects to the legacy of the country’s 44th president. MB01GP7IJ79DC5Q
Announcing the inaugural cohort of 100 Changemakers for Obama Foundation Leaders USA Program Obama Foundation 2023-08-01 | President Obama announced the first cohort of 100 emerging changemakers who have been selected to participate in the Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA program.The inaugural cohort of United States “Obama Leaders” is composed of values-driven changemakers from every corner of the country. Hailing from 37 states; Washington, D.C.; American Samoa; Guam; and five tribal nations, these Obama Leaders are united by their passion for building a stronger, more sustainable, and more inclusive world.To learn more about the program, visit obama.org/leaders.MB01ZAQ6BRIQOHO
President Obama reflects on his 2004 DNC speech Obama Foundation 2023-07-27 | President Obama reflects on his 2004 speech at the Democratic National Convention and why he thinks it resonated with so many people.MB01QK5BRHKNH1M
Obama Presidential Center roadshow celebrates being active on the South Side of Chicago Obama Foundation 2023-07-24 | ...
Spend the day with President Obama in Athens Obama Foundation 2023-07-14 | President Obama sat down with Leaders from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe while he was in Athens for our Obama Leaders Global Convening. The Leaders are working to make our communities more inclusive and more equitable.MB017VRO2JXIT1C
Obama Leaders from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe gather in Athens, Greece Obama Foundation 2023-06-28 | Over 100 changemakers from across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe joined President Obama for a week-long leadership and cultural experience in Athens, Greece. During the week, Leaders exchanged ideas, workshopped solutions, and built meaningful connections. At the end of the convening, the Leaders completed their program experience with the Obama Foundation and graduated into the Obama Foundation Leadership Network, our global community of program alumni.
Obama Leaders share advice from Athens Obama Foundation 2023-06-27 | While in Athens, Obama Leaders shared what advice they give to future change makers. MB011AUMPDXKEBU
President Obama joins over 100 Obama Leaders in Athens, Greece Obama Foundation 2023-06-26 | President Obama joined over 100 leaders from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe in Athens, Greece to talk about the challenges they’re facing, and what they’re hoping to do next.These changemakers are working on the most pressing issues facing our world, from climate change and human rights to empowering women and girls. Learn more about their stories and our time in Athens at obama.org/athens-2023MB01FF3OOJ3IKM2
Obama Leaders share what “Hope to Action” means to them Obama Foundation 2023-06-20 | As our global convening continues in Athens, we asked some Obama Leaders what it means to turn hope into action. MB01FJW47RMJNLY
Welcoming our Leaders to Athens Obama Foundation 2023-06-18 | We gathered all of our Obama Leaders in Athens to inspire, empower, and connect. MB01TCTLRWZK0HZ
Meet Obama Foundation Europe Leader Adrijana Hanusic Becirovic Obama Foundation 2023-06-17 | As a senior legal advisor at NGO Trial International, Obama Foundation Europe Leader Adrijana Hanušić Bećirović is deeply committed to improving the lives of those whose human rights have been violated motivated by her own experience during the Bosnia War.Adrijana and nearly 100 changemakers from across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe will join President Obama for a week-long leadership and cultural experience in Athens, Greece. Follow along at obama.org/athens-2023MB014Y985CC3H54
President Obama meets with Leaders Asia Pacific cohort Obama Foundation 2023-05-30 | President Obama spoke with members of the Leaders Asia Pacific cohort about who they are and the importance of their work. MB01EQ3ECCUWT8G
Obama Presidential Center Roadshow kickoff with community gardening on the South Side of Chicago Obama Foundation 2023-05-22 | ...
President Obama visits Chicago to launch Model Communities and surprise MBK participants Obama Foundation 2023-05-13 | President Obama made a trip home to Chicago to see the impact of the Obama Foundation in action. The President's visit included meeting with the young artists of "Guitars Over Guns," an MBK Freedom Summer recipient. President Obama also helped the MBK Alliance celebrate the launch of Model Communities, four communities that are doing extraordinary work to address the persistent opportunity gaps for boys and young men of color.To learn more about the President's visit, check out obama.org/obama-visit-may-2023MB01GIUYMGGGR2U
My Brothers Keeper Model Community: Tulsa, Oklahoma Obama Foundation 2023-05-10 | Tulsa, Oklahoma was named one of four My Brother's Keeper Model Communities, a new initiative that seeks to expand the implementation of evidence-based practices and impact for communities across the country. Tulsa was recognized for their demonstrated impact in MBK Milestone One: Entering School Ready to Learn, having achieved free, universal, and full day pre-Kindergarten programs in all of its elementary public schools."We have worked so hard at ensuring that boys and young men of color in this city have the opportunity to have early access to pre-K enrollment, and to be able to share our learnings with other communities", shared MBK Tulsa Director BerThaddeus Bailey.To learn more about the other cities selected as MBK model communities, visit obama.org/mbka/model-communitiesMB01KPIJJ5HZESP
My Brothers Keeper Model Community: Yonkers, New York Obama Foundation 2023-05-10 | Yonkers, New York was named one four My Brother's Keeper Model Communities, a new initiative that seeks to expand the implementation of evidence-based practices and impact for communities across the country. Yonkers was recognized for their demonstrated impact in MBK Milestone Three: Graduate from High School, achieving the highest high school graduation rate for young people of color in all of the Big 5 Districts in New York State at 91 percent."We have worked tirelessly on ensuring that our young men of color are value, accepted, respected, and cared for. Success needs to be part of their lived experiences," shared Yonkers Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Edwin Quezada.To learn more about the other cities selected as MBK model communities, visit obama.org/mbka/model-communitiesMB01SPHMMLIHHRT
My Brothers Keeper Model Community: Omaha, Nebraska Obama Foundation 2023-05-10 | Omaha, Nebraska was named one of four My Brother's Keeper Model Communities, a new initiative that seeks to expand the implementation of evidence-based practices and impact for communities across the country. Omaha was recognized for their demonstrated impact in MBK Milestone Six: Remaining Safe from Violent Crime, where city-wide homicides were reduced by 30 percent from 2011 to 2022. "We have learned from our young men looking to stay out of the gang life that they wanted employment, so MBK connects young men with career exploration, internships and entrepreneurship," shared Willie Barney, CEO and founder of The Empowerment Network.To learn more about the other cities selected as MBK model communities, visit obama.org/mbka/model-communitiesMB01CHGGRUCAI7P
My Brothers Keeper Model Community: Newark, New Jersey Obama Foundation 2023-05-10 | Newark, New Jersey was named one of four My Brother's Keeper Model Communities, a new initiative that seeks to expand the implementation of evidence-based practices and impact for communities across the country. Newark was recognized for their demonstrated impact in MBK Milestone Six: Remaining Safe from Violent Crime, where homicides were down by 55 percent compared to 2013."Newark has oftentimes been at the top of the wrong lists. We are not where we want to be, but we are so far from where we used to be," shared Mark Comesañas, Executive Director of My Brother's Keeper Newark.To learn more about the other cities selected as MBK model communities, visit obama.org/mbka/model-communitiesMB01PXITKTVZADT
3 Reasons to Start Composting Obama Foundation 2023-04-24 | University of Chicago Obama Foundation Scholar, Lily Wang, shares 3 reasons to start composting for Earth Week. Lily is also the CEO and Co-Founder of Demi Composting.
Last Year’s MBK Participants at The NCAA Final Four Obama Foundation 2023-04-08 | Last year’s MBK participants reflect on their time at last year’s NCAA Final Four and give advice to those attending this year.
Futures Series with Mielle Organics Obama Foundation 2023-04-05 | Talk about a collab! As part of the latest Obama Foundation Futures Series, Mielle Organics and the Obama Foundation spent last Tuesday mentoring high school students from Chicago. In honor of Women's History Month, Nolita Pore spoke about what it means to work at Mielle Organics, started by Monique Rodriguez.
President Obama shares remarks at Obama Foundation 44 alumni event Obama Foundation 2023-03-15 | “Change starts when ordinary people decide they’re going to do extraordinary things.”During a very special Obama Foundation 44 alumni event in Austin, TX, President Obama stopped by to share moving reflections and how he is inspired by Obama alumni Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya, and their work through the I Am ALS organization.MB01JFHKV1IBQTS
Futures Series with Darnell Reed at Luella’s Southern Kitchen Obama Foundation 2023-03-07 | Southern comfort food, inspiring conversation, and a glimpse into the journey of a beloved Chicago chef. That's what last week's iteration of Futures Series was all about!
“Fired up! Ready to go!” with Edith Childs Obama Foundation 2023-03-02 | "Fired up! Ready to go!" Edith Childs inspired President Obama with that chant over 15 years ago. To mark her recent retirement from public service, we caught up with Edith to reflect on the first time she met President Obama. MB011ZMUMGYR5XB
Fired up! Ready to go! President Obama reunites with Edith Childs Obama Foundation 2023-03-02 | "Fired up! Ready to go!" Edith Childs inspired President Obama with that chant over 15 years ago. To mark her recent retirement from public service, President Obama caught up with Edith to reflect on their first meeting, and she offers her wisdom with the next generation.MB011ZMUMGYR5XB
Announcing the new class of 105 Obama Foundation Leaders Obama Foundation 2023-02-21 | President Obama announced a new class of 105 emerging changemakers from Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe participating in the Obama Foundation Leaders program. Program participants were chosen from a competitive pool of more than 4,000 applicants, making up three 35-member regional cohorts. Together, these “Obama Leaders” represent 75 nations and territories and are working on a wide range of issues, including the climate crisis, democracy and civic engagement, diversity and racial advocacy, and refugee and disability rights. To learn more about the program, visit obama.org/leaders.MB01XH8KOZ4KGKT
Girls Opportunity Alliance: Bettys Story Obama Foundation 2023-02-11 | On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, learn about how Betty works with The Action Foundation—an organization from the Girls Opportunity Alliance Network in Kenya—to give girls with disabilities access to STEM programming and teaches them to build robots.Learn more at GetHerThere.org
President Obama and Brian Chesky meet with the inaugural cohort of Voyager Scholarship recipients Obama Foundation 2023-01-25 | At last year's Democracy Forum, President Obama and Brian Chesky met with the inaugural class of Voyager Scholarship recipients where they talked about their personal journeys in public service, and offered advice to the Voyagers looking to find their path within the public sector.The Voyager Scholarship was created by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, Airbnb Co-founder and CEO, to help shape such leaders. The unique opportunity offers college students financial aid to alleviate the burden of college debt, have meaningful travel experiences to expand their horizons, and connects them with a network of mentors, leaders, and peers who are here to support their journeys to change the world.Applications for our next cohort of Voyager Scholarship recipients are now open to rising juniors in the United States until March 22, 2023. Learn more about eligibility at Obama.org.MB01H5V436T6QC8
Girls Opportunity Alliance Spotlight: Sacred Valley Project Obama Foundation 2023-01-19 | The Sacred Valley Project gives indigenous girls from rural communities in Peru a safe place to live and learn—especially girls who live too far from local schools to travel back and forth each day. Learn more about organizations we support through the Girls Opportunity Alliance at girlsopportunityalliance.org.
Announcing the Obama Foundation Leaders USA program Obama Foundation 2023-01-18 | The Obama Foundation Leaders USA program is a six-month, non-residential leadership development program that seeks to inspire, empower, and connect emerging leaders across the country. Together, Leaders will accelerate positive and lasting change in their communities with a focus on strengthening institutions across sectors toward a more inclusive, participatory democracy. We're looking for values-driven changemakers between the ages of 24-45 who are working to create lasting, positive change in the lives of people in their community. The application for the 2023 Leaders USA program is now open on obama.org and will close on Friday, February 3, 2023.MB015VOY5DCSNAJ
President Obama looks back at the Iowa Caucus victory, 15 years later Obama Foundation 2023-01-03 | On January 3, 2008, then-Senator Barack Obama won the Iowa caucuses, a historic victory that shocked the political establishment and ultimately set him on the road to the White House. To mark the 15 year anniversary of his historic win in Iowa, President Obama reunited with six organizers to reflect on the power of that campaign and their unique experiences on the ground.MB010LWALJU8EYS
President Obama reflects on 2022 Obama Foundation 2023-01-01 | As we wrap up the year and get ready for the next one, President Obama reflects on how far we’ve come, the work we’re doing and the change our young leaders are making in their communities.MB01CY8FK0BLWNE
Active Community Leader: Joseph Williams and Mr. Dads Fathers Club mentors youth through literacy Obama Foundation 2022-12-20 | Mr. Dad's Father's Club, founded by Joseph Williams, is a Chicago-based organization and a MBK Freedom Summer recipient that works to enrich the lives of young people through literacy. One book at a time, Joseph is helping students build their self-esteem, express their emotions, and build stronger literacy skills. “The biggest part of Mr. Dad’s Father’s Club is making sure our children see folks who look like them making a difference."MB012JRNKO6J9SP
Highlights from the Obama Foundation Democracy Forum Obama Foundation 2022-11-22 | Here are moments from the inaugural Obama Foundation Democracy Forum, in partnership with Columbia University and the University of Chicago, where we brought together global experts, our network of leaders, and President Obama to discuss the ideas that are essential to our democracy in order to protect and strengthen it. To help more young people put their idealism to work, President Obama announced our newest program to support the next generation of changemakers, Leaders United States.To learn more about the program, visit obama.org/united-states-22MB01IVE3KZOHHDV
President Obama takes the stage at the Obama Foundation Democracy Forum Obama Foundation 2022-11-18 | At the first-ever Obama Foundation Democracy Forum in New York City on November 17, 2022, President Obama delivered remarks on how we can preserve and strengthen democracy around the world. He then joined leaders Doussouba Konaté, Natalia Herbst, Landisang Kotaro, and Nick Antipov to hear their perspectives and the work they're doing to expand democracy. See highlights from the event at obama.org/democracy-forum-2022/.
Austan Goolsbee explains what inclusive capitalism means Obama Foundation 2022-11-15 | If we want to strengthen democracy, we also have to think about the economy. Ahead of the Democracy Forum, we sat down with Austan Goolsbee, former Chairman of Council of Economic Advisors for President Obama and current University of Chicago economics professor, to talk about what inclusive capitalism means and why it’s important for building healthy, sustainable democracies. MB01LO24GJ5PF94
Announcing the Obama Foundation Democracy Forum Obama Foundation 2022-11-11 | At a time when democracy is under threat around the world, the promise and potential of the next generation of leaders is more important than ever. On November 17 in New York City, the Obama Foundation in partnership with Columbia University and the University of Chicago will host a global convening focused on the ideas that are essential to our democracy. The Forum will bring attention to the biggest challenges democratic institutions face today and showcase democracy in action around the world by bringing together hundreds of emerging leaders from across Obama Foundation programs, leading experts, and practitioners who are reimagining our institutions and protecting democratic values.Tune in to the live stream of the Democracy Forum right here on Thursday, November 17 and join the conversation online using #DemocracyForum.
My Brother’s Keeper Alliance travels to London Obama Foundation 2022-11-04 | The Obama Foundation’s My Brother’s Keeper Alliance Chicago teamed up with students from Ravensbourne University London to celebrate culture and creativity through a cultural exchange program. During their time in London, the young men received advice from college-age students, toured popular sites, and more. While in Chicago, My Brother’s Keeper Alliance youth sat down with fashion designer Don C, visited the Chicago Bulls, toured the Wilson Basketball Offices and downtown Chicago. Here are some highlights.
Michelle Obama launches Get Her There campaign Obama Foundation 2022-11-02 | Get Her There is about the ways that we can all come together to support girls around the world and help them reach their full potential—because when girls have the support they need, they have the ability to change the world.To celebrate the launch of the Get Her There campaign, gender advocates Amal Clooney, Melinda Gates, Marsai Martin, and other on-the-ground leaders joined Michelle Obama to listen to girls’ stories about the barriers they have overcome and the power of education in their lives.
President Obama connects with young leaders and business owners during Chicago visit Obama Foundation 2022-10-25 | During his two-day trip to Chicago, President Obama surprised over 60 Chicago high school students for a day of activities and conversation in collaboration with local businesses and support from Nike. He also moderated a panel discussion with leaders from McDonald’s and Prudential, for an audience of small business owners and Chicago business leaders to discuss how small businesses and large corporations can work together to invest in economic growth for the South and West sides.MB01UAZLCX0QMOK
Mrs. Obama visits Hyde Park Academy Obama Foundation 2022-10-21 | Mrs. Obama returned home to the South Side of Chicago to surprise students at Hyde Park Academy and formally kicked off the Obama Foundation Futures Series for the 2022-23 school year. During an hour-long conversation, she answered questions around hardships, success, and finding one’s purpose.MB01JEB1B30H5CT
Inaugural Local Lunchbox program feeds Chicago youth Obama Foundation 2022-10-17 | Providing healthy meals to Chicago’s youth, especially on the South and West Sides of the city, is critical to us. As our inaugural summer meal service comes to an end for the summer, we spoke with Chef Lashon Burrell from Cajun Cafe, as well as some of the kids who benefited from our Local Lunchbox program.MusicBed SyncID MB01R77RYS9BWJ6
Lets #GetHerThere Obama Foundation 2022-10-11 | Introducing #GetHerThere, a global call to action from Michelle Obama and the Girls Opportunity Alliance to empower and educate girls around the world—because when girls get the opportunities they deserve, it creates a brighter future for all of us. Join us: http://getherthere.orgProduced by Marsai Martin and directed by Morgana Wingard.
Mrs. Obama’s tribute to Queen Elizabeth Obama Foundation 2022-09-19 | As the world celebrates the life and legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Michelle Obama describes the warm welcome she received from the Queen during their first meeting.
President Obama reflects on memories with Queen Elizabeth Obama Foundation 2022-09-19 | President Obama reflects on Queen Elizabeth II's passing and moments that he and Mrs. Obama shared with Her Majesty.
The Obamas and Brian Chesky announce the inaugural cohort of Voyager Scholarship recipients Obama Foundation 2022-09-13 | President and Mrs. Obama and Brian Chesky, Airbnb co-founder and CEO, announce their inaugural cohort of Voyager Scholarship recipients, 100 rising college juniors who plan to pursue a career in public service. The $100 million the Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service supports students pursuing careers in public service with an academic scholarship, exposure to travel, and connections to a network of leaders.MB01ZIYTTORQVTQ
Behind the scenes of President and Mrs. Obama’s return to the White House Obama Foundation 2022-09-10 | For the first time since leaving the White House, President and Mrs. Obama returned for the official unveiling of their White House portraits and were joined by former administration staff to mark the special occasion.“When future generations walk these halls and look up at these portraits, I hope they get a better, honest sense of who Michelle and I were. And I hope they leave with a deeper understanding that if we could make it here, maybe they can too. They can do remarkable things, too.” —President Obama, 2022
