Obama Foundation Scholars at Columbia University | 2024-2025

Announcing the 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Scholars at Columbia University

Columbia Global is excited to announce the 12 social impact leaders accepted into the prestigious Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University for the 2024-2025 academic year.Representing 12 countries, these extraordinary individuals are tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges — from supporting survivors of gender-based violence in Brazil and advocating for refugee rights in France, to advancing STEM education in Morocco and strengthening democracy in Colombia.Over the next academic year, the Scholars will immerse themselves in a comprehensive program at Columbia University, engaging in seminars, workshops, and self-directed study. They will bring a wealth of experience and diverse perspectives to bear on our vibrant community of students, faculty, and mentors, as they gain skills, experiences, and networks that amplify their global impact.

Meet the 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Scholars

Columbia Global, established July 2022, brings together major initiatives from across the university to advance knowledge and foster global engagement to address complex global challenges. As of July 2023, Columbia Global comprises the Columbia Global Centers, Columbia World Projects, the Committee on Global Thought, and the Institute for Ideas and Imagination.