By THOMAS RAJULAMore by this AuthorWhen former US president Barack Obama left office in January, he and Michelle started the Obama Foundation to join the world’s private citizens in helping shape the future for generations to come. ‘DEMOCRACY IS A JOB FOR ALL OF US’On October 31 and November 1, the Obama Foundation will welcome civic leaders from around the world for a two-day immersive event in Chicago. The summit will also help guide the foundation continue to design programs that connect and support the next generation of young leaders around the world. A few months ago, Michelle and I launched this new experiment in modern citizenship -- the Obama Foundation -- to help more people find their own voice. We're launching the Obama Foundation Fellowship to support and elevate outstanding civic innovators -- individuals from around the world who are working with their fellow citizens to tackle big challenges.

Source: Daily Nation September 14, 2017 10:07 UTC