The Change Collective is a dynamic leadership community created to train, connect and elevate local changemakers in communities across our country.

The Change Collective develops local leaders, helping them bring people together, bridge divides, and solve problems at the community level. Local cohort members represent a range of identities, backgrounds, vocations and ideologies.

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Our Impact

Launched in 2023, the Change Collective currently trains leaders in five cities — Chicago, IL, Detroit, MI, Jackson, MS, Memphis, TN, and San Antonio, TX — with new locations added each year. Members of the Change Collective have access to training opportunities, leadership development, and a wide network of local and national mentors. 

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Dynamic Advisory Council Members

“It’s a way to bring emerging leaders from different identities and backgrounds together, and help them build relationships and solve problems in their communities. Because real change happens one person, one community, one connection at a time.” 

President Barack Obama
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