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Our mission is to inspire,
empower,
and connect people
to change their world.
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Join virtually on December 5th to watch global leaders, changemakers, President Obama focus on pluralism and a path toward bringing change home.

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  • Changemakers
  • Programs

Three of the Obama Foundation's global programs launched new cohorts in 2024. Learn more about these programs and how you can support our Leaders, Scholars, and Voyagers.

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  • The Arts
  • Building the Center

Julie Mehretu's 83-foot-high installation is inspired by President Obama’s remarks at the 50th anniversary of the marches from Selma to Montgomery.

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The Obama Presidential Center

A global center for change.

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We’re building a world-class museum and public gathering space on the South Side of Chicago, where people from across the street or around the globe can come to get inspired, find common ground, and take action.

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The Obama Presidential Center will feature a world-class museum, public library, and gathering spaces.

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Scheduled to open in 2026, the Obama Presidential Museum will tell the story of President and Mrs. Obama and their historic presidency—and how we can all do our part to create change.

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See how we're building a welcoming, vibrant campus where people from across the street or from around the globe can come to get inspired, find common ground, and take action.

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Explore the Center’s environmentally sustainable designs, from buildings to gardens.

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  • Girls Opportunity Alliance
  • Youth

Learn how the Alliance is joining forces with 26 organizations serving adolescent girls in Chicago and around the world

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Lylianna Allala

Meet the new cohorts!

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  • MBK Alliance
  • Programs

More than 100 incoming freshmen at three Chicago high schools got a jumpstart on their high school careers this summer

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Meet the new cohort!

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