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Our mission is to inspire,
empower,
and connect people
to change their world.
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  • Alumni
  • Changemakers

Explore the impact of the Clay Hunt Act a decade after its passage, as told by an Obama alumni

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An exterior shot of Studio Yogi. A banner outside the building reads, “Studio Yogi.”
  • Community Engagement
  • Chicago

Julia Perkins founded Studio Yogi to make wellness accessible for all. Here’s how!

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President Obama extends his hand as he stands behind a podium. On the podium is a sign that reads, “BarackObama.com” and features the Obama rising sun logo. The Illinois State Capitol building is in the background.
  • Presidential History
  • The Obama Administration

A look back at the beginning of President Obama’s candidacy as we celebrate what’s to come at the Obama Presidential Center

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Are you a student with a passion for helping others? Find out if you qualify for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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The Obama Presidential Center

A global center for change.

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An aerial view of the Obama Presidential Center. People are seen on the lawn in the distance.

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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A rendering of the Museum courtyard at the Obama Presidential Center.

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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Fruit & Veg Garden Planters

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

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A closeup of Julie Mehretu’s glass installation, “Uprising of the Sun.”
  • First Look
  • The Arts

Discover over 20 art installations that will stimulate creativity and inspire people to bring change home.

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A graphic of the USA shows the states where all 18 ambassadors live. The states are highlighted in orange and tell the cities.
  • MBK Alliance
  • Programs

Learn how they're building safe and supportive communities where boys and young men of color can thrive

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A young Black girl wearing a blue Project Exploration shirt raises her hand in a classroom lab setting as her instructor looks on.
  • Stories
  • Equality

See how Project Exploration creates dynamic STEM learning opportunities for girls on the West Side of Chicago.

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Sameera, a woman with a medium skin tone and black hair, sits on a panel at Harvard University with four others. She sits in the middle and holds a microphone. A sign in the background reads, “Obama Foundation: Ethical and Values-Based Leadership for Global Entreprenuers.” An audience is in front of them.
  • Stories
  • Community Engagement

These Obama Leaders alumni are giving back, mentoring new cohorts, and proving that leadership doesn’t end—it evolves.

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Two girl-serving leaders smile as they share notes during the Alliance’s Chicago convening. Both have medium dark skin tones and are wearing pink blazers with attendee credentials.
  • Equality
  • Community Engagement

See how the Girls Opportunity Alliance brings together leaders from across Chicago for connection and capacity building.

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Obama Leaders and Scholars alumni from across Asia-Pacific who gathered in Bangkok, Thailand to reunite as a community and grow leadership skills.
  • Leaders
  • Asia-Pacific

Leaders from across Asia-Pacific gathered in Bangkok to share insights, grow skills, and foster collaboration within the Obama Leadership Network.

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