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- Building the Center
See the plans for the 45,000-square-foot multipurpose athletic and events facility coming to the Obama Presidential Center.
Learn moreThis Mother’s Day, thank your mom or the one who raised you and pay it forward to girls around the world.
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- Alumni
Meet five women carrying forward the legacy of the Affordable Care Act in their communities
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- Presidential History
Hear from President Obama as he reflects on this milestone moment.
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- Sustainability
Find out how the 2023 cohort created a non-profit committed to a sustainable future for Africa, one entrepreneur at a time.
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All changemaker stories- Youth
- Voyagers
Meet recipients of the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service or learn how you can apply to be in the next cohort!
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- MBK Alliance
Take a look back at some of the program's most inspiring moments.
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- Michelle Obama
We marked the fifth anniversary of the Leaders program where it all began.
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- Alumni
Meet an Obama Leader supporting Virginians in need.
Learn moreBuilding the Center
All building the center storiesGet a sneak peek at a four-story digital wall that will celebrate the “Power of Words” and pay homage to the first digital President.
Learn moreExplore the Center’s environmentally sustainable designs, from buildings to gardens.
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- Chicago
See the latest photos and stay up-to-date on the building process.
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- Chicago
Learn how we're getting local residents involved in the building trades.
Learn moreChicago
All Chicago storiesFind out how 14 organizations will expand their programing and impact.
Learn moreAhead of her debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, hear how one Obama Leader leverages the power of music to educate, entertain, and heal her community.
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- The Arts
Artist Brandon Breaux and Dyett High School students showcase the power of culture and community.
Learn moreDefending democracy
All defending democracy stories- Event
- Defending Democracy
Learn how you can help foster global democracy and civic engagement.
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- Barack Obama
- Stories
- Defending Democracy
Hear President Obama share his vision for the internet in this keynote address at Stanford University.
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- Leaders
This week in Berlin, Germany, President Obama sat down with 18 alumni of our leadership programs from across Europe for a roundtable conversation about the importance of nurturing democracy.
Learn moreObama picks
All Obama picksSee how the President's predictions panned out!
Learn more- Michelle Obama
- Stories
Now you can make the former first lady’s holiday favorite at home!
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- Barack Obama
Celebrate your Valentine today with one of our downloadable cards!
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- Barack Obama
Compare brackets and find out how President Obama’s predictions panned out.
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