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• Community Engagement

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

• 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

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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• Leaders

Discover how Royal Ramey’s Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program transforms lives, trains firefighters, and combats California’s wildfire crisis.

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

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.

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.

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

• First Look
• The Arts

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

• Equality
• Community Engagement

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

• 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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• Girls Opportunity Alliance

Watch how the Girls Opportunity Alliance helps close the gender gap in STEM through digital literacy training for girls.

• Stories
• Programs

As we close out this exciting, impact-filled year, we wanted to share some of our favorite memories.