Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2023 for Emerging Leaders(Fully Funded Scholarship to USA)

The Obama Foundation Scholars programme gives rising leaders from the United States and around the world who are already making a difference in their communities the opportunity to take their work to the next level through an immersive curriculum that brings together academic, skills-based, and hands-on learning.

The Scholars programme at Columbia University and the University of Chicago empowers individuals with a proven commitment to service with the tools they need to make their efforts more effective, to identify innovative solutions to complex global problems, and promote change through values-based leadership.

The programme will build lasting relationships among emerging leaders who are committed to working together to solve the most pressing challenges of our time, thereby creating a global network that reaches across issues and borders. After completing the programme, Obama Foundation Scholars will:

• Return to work on their global issue of focus and implement their personalized action plan to accelerate positive change within their community.
• Have an opportunity to play a role in the Obama Foundation’s efforts to inspire, empower, and connect rising leaders from around the globe.

Benefits

• Monthly stipend to assist with living expenses in New York City;
• A furnished studio apartment within walking distance of Columbia University;
• All tuition and fees for up to four courses at Columbia University;
• Basic medical, dental and life insurance for the duration of the program in New York City;
• Air travel to and from home country and any programme-related activities.

Eligibility

The Obama Foundation Scholars Programme at Columbia University seeks rising leaders from the United States and around the world who meet the following criteria:

• Are emerging leaders who have made meaningful contributions to their field and are now at a “breakthrough moment” in their careers.
• Have a proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country, coupled with a demonstrated commitment to return to these communities following their completion of the program and apply their enhanced training, skills, and connections on a long-term basis for the benefit of these communities.
• Are fluent in English (verbal, written and spoken).
• Have the ability and inclination to positively shape the future of their community.
• Have a demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, community-orientation, hope, courage, imagination, strategy, accountability, integrity and resilience.

How To Apply

A complete application, submitted entirely online, includes the following materials:

• Complete online application form
• Resume/curriculum vitae
• Personal video statement
• Responses to short essay questions
• Proof of English proficiency
• Two letters of recommendation

Application Deadline: January 19, 2023

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