Apply for Obama Foundation’s Leaders Europe Program

The Leaders Europe program identifies emerging leaders working in government, civil society, and the private sector who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the common good.

It aims to build a growing network of innovative and values-based changemakers who seek to drive change in their communities while developing and supporting one another.

Through a core set of shared values and leadership skills, the program seeks to lift up a new generation of civically active, positive role models who are prepared to create tangible solutions to the challenges in their communities, countries, Europe, and the world. Each Leaders Europe cohort includes up to 35 participants annually.

Program Information

Program offerings include:

• Timely conversations
  • Over six months, Leaders come together for virtual meetings to discuss some of the most challenging issues confronting Europe with the community leaders at the forefront of them.
• Skill-building trainings
  • Tailored workshops support Leaders in identifying and activating personal values; engaging across differences and harnessing inclusive forms of power, and building skills for pragmatic, adaptive leadership over the long haul.
• A community of support
  • The program includes opportunities for Leaders to meet virtually in small groups and for one-on-one conversations to build deep, lasting relationships that will carry them through their leadership journey.
• Inspirational cultural events
  • An exciting series of virtual cultural events like live performances and stimulating conversations with artists and creative thinkers fosters a strong spirit of hope and community.

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship and Residency
  • You must meet one of the following criteria:
    • Citizen of an eligible country or
    • Permanent resident of an eligible country or
    • Have lived in an eligible country for at least the last 5 years, regardless of citizenship or permanent residence status.
• Leadership Experience
  • You can demonstrate at least 3 years of relevant experience in your issue area.
• Age
  • You will be between 24 and 45 years of age on August 26, 2024.
• Language Proficiency
  • You are professionally proficient in spoken and written English.

For more information, visit Obama Foundation.