Women’s History Month

For Women's History Month, I wanted to share the stories of Cary and Sharika—two women who've been building the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. I met them last year while visiting the site. Read their stories here: https://t.co/iSIl7dGFp8

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 10, 2023

The Light We Carry Tour

What an amazing crowd and conversation last night at our first #TheLightWeCarry show in Atlanta with my friend @TylerPerry. Can’t wait to do it all again tonight! pic.twitter.com/mClcjRYZiY

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 3, 2022

I so enjoyed moderating this conversation with former First Lady @MichelleObama about her new book #TheLightWeCarry
Thank you for reminding us all that we have a light and we should use it to make each other better. pic.twitter.com/Kgf9z6l7ca

— Tyler Perry (@tylerperry) December 3, 2022

I’m having such a wonderful time seeing so many of you on my #TheLightWeCarry book tour. @TylerPerry, thank you for joining me these last two nights in Atlanta. pic.twitter.com/iN2QDkZfcA

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 4, 2022

I know I can count on @DNice to always bring great vibes, get people dancing, and show everyone a good time.

I'm grateful that he's helped power the music for each #TheLightWeCarry book tour stop and that he took some time to join us in person yesterday in Atlanta. pic.twitter.com/3LCx1fPA4q

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 5, 2022

Love this! Thank you for coming together and celebrating #TheLightWeCarry. ❤️ https://t.co/XkSNeG3lSo

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 5, 2022

There’s no place like home! Such a fun night in Chicago with David @Letterman and all who joined. #TheLightWeCarry pic.twitter.com/YQmuzBhC6C

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 6, 2022

.@hmcghee and I are thrilled for tonight’s show and can’t wait to talk about #TheLightWeCarry with all of you!

Chicago, are you ready? pic.twitter.com/DQOzhLFBbP

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 7, 2022

Chicago! Thanks for a terrific show—and a special thanks to @hmcghee for leading such a meaningful conversation.

It always means so much to be back in my hometown and to see so many of my family, friends, and readers. Thank you for sharing your light with me. #TheLightWeCarry pic.twitter.com/d6rJ5tuBCb

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 7, 2022

Working On Womanhood

It was such an honor to have been a part of yesterday’s WOW Circle—a Working on Womanhood program at Hyde Park Academy that creates space for young women to reflect on how to own their narrative in a world that isn’t always set up to empower them.
 
I’m so proud of you all! pic.twitter.com/4o8XU9LUzB

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) October 18, 2022

I’m so happy to be back home in Chicago—and even happier to have spent the afternoon on the South Side with students at Hyde Park Academy! pic.twitter.com/qcd7DiYEij

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) October 18, 2022

Obama Presidential Center: Paying It Forward

It’s been one year since we officially broke ground on the Obama Presidential Center, and I couldn’t be prouder of the progress we’ve made so far. pic.twitter.com/zdqPdrdrpU

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 28, 2022

I got my start on the South Side of Chicago, right down the street from where we’re building the Center, and the lessons I learned in these neighborhoods ended up shaping my life. The Obama Presidential Center is our way of paying it forward. pic.twitter.com/xVUXUVl4xV

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 28, 2022

Obama Scholars: New Class

Young leaders like our @ObamaFoundation Scholars give me hope for a brighter future.

Our newest Scholars are working on issues like climate change, mass incarceration, and gender-based violence. I can't wait to see the difference they make together. https://t.co/ODOXPaaQiV

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 31, 2022

📣 Announcing our newest #ObamaScholars from @UChicago and @Columbia!

These 30 rising leaders will work throughout the academic year to create sustainable solutions for their communities' most pressing issues.

Get to know how they're already making a difference:

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) August 30, 2022

The Ann Dunham Water Garden

My mother, Ann Dunham, was the biggest influence on my life, and helped shape me into the person I am today.

I’m proud to share that the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center will be named in her honor. pic.twitter.com/p7oAnH66eo

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022

The Ann Dunham Water Garden will be a special place for visitors and members of the community to reflect. It will also feature an incredible new sculpture by Maya Lin, whose work I've long admired.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022

Thanks to the members of our Obama Alumni family whose generosity helped bring this incredible project to life. I can’t wait for you to see it.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022

Barack and I are excited to share that the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center will be dedicated to his mother, Ann Dunham, and include a beautiful piece by Maya Lin. We are so grateful to our Obama Alumni for this incredible gift. ❤️ https://t.co/fRdDukT88G

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) August 4, 2022

Futures Series

Michelle and I started the @ObamaFoundation's Futures Series to connect the young leaders of tomorrow with the trailblazers of today. It’s great to see the impact that it’s already having on students from the South Side. https://t.co/0Ga97LzU09

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 22, 2022

We have a responsibility to the young people of the neighborhood. That's why we launched our Futures Series at Hyde Park Academy, the high school that neighbors the future Obama Presidential Center, to expose students to careers they may not have been envisioning for themselves. pic.twitter.com/fyLYITWG7r

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) June 22, 2022

Nourish The World

Decades before our family lived there, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt planted a Victory Garden on the White House lawn—and I'm thrilled to share that the Fruit & Vegetable Garden at the Obama Presidential Center will be named in her honor. I can’t wait for you all to visit! pic.twitter.com/wAMwaAHn18

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 11, 2022

Opening The White House

From an early age, my mom, Marian Robinson, taught me how to think for myself, use my own voice, and understand my own worth.

Ahead of #MothersDay, I’m proud to announce that the “Opening the White House” exhibit at the Obama Presidential Center will be named after her. 💕 pic.twitter.com/QDhSSRRet0

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 6, 2022

I couldn't be more grateful for all the love and support I’ve received from my mother-in-law, Marian Robinson, especially during those years in the White House when she was right by our side. We look forward to honoring her with this exhibit. https://t.co/MrHs8xslMy

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 6, 2022

Disinformation

Disinformation is eroding trust in public institutions and threatening democracies around the world. We're working with our @ObamaFoundation Scholars and leaders to combat these forces, break through barriers, and meet their communities where they are. pic.twitter.com/rQuWvZg1uU

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) April 12, 2022