The Obama Foundation is sponsoring a summit in Chicago on 10/31 and 11/1 which will welcome civic leaders from around Chicago, the U.S. and the world. The goal of this summit is to engage hundreds of leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, explore creative solutions to common problems, and experience civic art, technology, and music from around the world.
The foundation is saving a handful of spots for individuals through Obama.org. https://www.obama.org/summit/
The primary target audience is "incredible young leaders who are passionate about social change and civic engagement" who are "active in their community, and will bring a unique perspective to share with other attendees". Many NEIU students fit this description.
Please note that applications for the summit close on September 27 at 6:00 pm.
There are also a number of other opportunities to engage through the Obama Foundation. This article provides a nice overview http://chicagoist.com/2017/09/
These include a fellowship program (which sounds like a wonderful opportunity for early career faculty or alums 'who are at a “tipping point” stage in their careers') and a series of training days for individuals between 18 - 24.
One of these training days is in Chicago on October 14.
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