Obama Foundation Leaders Program 2027/2028 for Emerging Leaders Worldwide
Brief Description
The Obama Foundation Leaders Program 2027/2028 is an eight-month, global virtual leadership development journey designed to connect and empower changemakers. Organized by the Obama Foundation, this initiative brings together diverse cohorts across four regions, including the Obama Foundation’s Africa Leaders Program, which offers a hybrid experience for 35 regional leaders. Whether you’re working in the public, civil society, or private sector, this free program gives you the tools, peer network, and coaching needed to amplify your impact. If you’re an emerging leader ready to scale your community initiatives, this opportunity is built for your growth.Name of Host Institution
Obama FoundationRequirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Be aged 24 to 45 years old.
- Possess a clear issue of focus and be able to describe or measure your impact.
- Hold a leadership position in your changemaking work, whether full-time or volunteer, with no rank or title requirements.
- Demonstrate a deeply ethical, values-based, equitable, and collaborative approach to leadership.
- Show a willingness to learn from and share with other Obama Leaders in a group setting.
Program Format and Duration
The program runs for eight months and requires an average time commitment of 8 to 12 hours per month. You will take part in weekly virtual group sessions, monthly community groups for peer learning, and individualized leadership and regional coaching.Deadline
December 4, 2026👀 You Missed
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