Atlas Corps

We recently had the pleasure of interviewing our recent fellow, Comfort Umoren-Olorunnisomo, a communications expert with over five years of experience in education, media, training, research, and operations.

She's passionate about social and economic development.

Here are some of her insights:
https://atlascorps.org/an-interview-with-comfort-umoren-olorunnisomo/

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newly designed website!

With improved navigation and tons of new information, we hope you'll love it as much as we do.

Visit us at https://atlascorps.org/ and explore the fresh new look!

In collaboration with the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, Atlas Corps is excited to welcome the 2024 Cohort of the Hilton Humanitarian Prize Laureate Virtual Leadership Institute!

The 51 Hilton Prize Scholars from 27 countries represent 19 of the 28 Prize Laureate organizations with expertise in project management, communications, monitoring & evaluation, and more! They all actively contribute to social issue areas such as public health, women’s empowerment, economic development, or equity & inclusion.

“It is a true sign of partnership that enables both the Hilton Foundation and Atlas Corps to contribute to individual leadership development and strengthening of communities,” said Dr. Corinna Hoerst, Acting CEO of Atlas Corps.

Meet them at hiltonprizescholars.atlascorps.org.

Learn more about the Hilton Humanitarian Prize Laureate Virtual Leadership Institute at hiltonprize.atlascorps.org

In celebration of International Women's Day 2024, we shine a spotlight on Comfort Umoren-Olorunnisomo, an incredible alumna of Atlas Corps.

Comfort's unwavering dedication to social change and her global leadership skills serve as an inspiration to all women and allies out there.

This Women's Day, let's acknowledge the contributions of women like Comfort in global leadership and honor the wisdom they bring to the forefront.

Here's to a world where every voice is heard and valued. 🌍

We are delighted to introduce the scholars from Cohort 15 of Atlas Corps Virtual Leadership Institute!

Our cohort of 53 accomplished leaders, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the table come from diverse backgrounds. Their commitment to social change makes them a powerful force for any organization they serve. Join us in welcoming them to the Atlas Corps community!

Atlas Corps Virtual Leadership Institute is an online leadership program for emerging global social change leaders. The program includes keynote speakers, interactive workshops, self-led activities, discussion groups, and community-building activities.

Curious to learn more about us? Explore atlascorps.org

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Meet Akriti Asthana, our 2024 Fellow serving the American Red Cross!

Akriti brings over 6 years of experience in alumni relations, including managing the network for Boston Consulting Group in India. With her passion for building communities, we're excited to see Akriti put her skills to work empowering the Red Cross network to drive impact!

Let's use the comment section to congratulate Akriti for being selected and also for all her work to make this world a better place 🌏🎉

We're excited to welcome more of our 2024 Fellows!

Meet Vinay and Akshata, two inspiring leaders from India who will be serving at Panorama Strategy and the International Fertilizer Development Center. We can't wait to see the impact they'll make over the next year!

Congratulate them in the comment section below for being selected and for all the work they do to make this world a better place 🌏🎉

Meet Class 51 Fellow Sharifah from 🇺🇬

Over the course of her , Sharifah will be serving remotely at Global Fairness Initiative as their Fellow.

Today, she shares with us her .

1. What inspires you most as a leader?

"Leadership to me is being confident, authentic, and empowered while leveraging unique strengths and addressing the challenges I may face in the workplace or personal life. It also involves advocating for gender equality (includes actively working to eliminate gender biases), supporting others, and contributing to a more inclusive and diverse professional environment."

2. What are you most excited about joining Atlas Corps as a Fellow?

"My profound life driver is to always seek knowledge while continuously learning and sharing unique experiences, resources with the people I work with and for. Joining this Fellowship gives me access to a mouthful of opportunity to network, share and learns from various people, organizations and communities aiming to make a meaning impact at the global stage."

3. What is your position at Global Fairness Initiative?

"I am serving as a Program Management Fellow, supporting the GFI’s regional and global team to manage program activities and grants, review and monitor partner’s budget and project implementation/ performance, develop project reporting and updates to donors/funders and development information/knowledge materials relevant for organizational learning."

Thank you, Sharifah, for inspiring the Atlas Corps Community with your leadership journey!

Meet Aishwarya from , one of our newest Fellows from Class 51!

Aishwarya begins her Atlas Corps journey as an American India Foundation Fellow and is serving at Northwestern Buffett Institute for Global Affairs as their Global Engagement Programs Fellow.

Today, she shares with us leadership lessons and her goals for the .

1. What inspires you most as a leader?

"For me, leadership means inspiring and guiding people toward a shared vision. Excellent leaders are those who listen and exhibit empathy, foster trust and empower others to achieve their best. Basically, serving as role models who lead by example."

2. What are you most excited about joining Atlas Corps as a Fellow?

"I am most excited about experiencing a new country and culture, receiving mentorship from leaders in the social sector, and networking with diverse stakeholders all throughout my Fellowship."

3. What is your position at Northwestern University, Buffett Institute for Global Affairs and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

"I will be serving as the Global Engagement Programs Fellow at Northwestern University, Buffett Institute for Global Affairs. I am excited to help in the following end-to-end management of programs at the Global Engagement Studies Institute (GESI): assessment, event planning, partnership management, marketing, recruitment, curriculum development, and alum engagement. I hope to practice relationship building skills with partners, participants and donors and learn how to engage diverse stakeholder groups through organizational communications."

Thank you, Aishwarya, for inspiring the Atlas Corps Community with your leadership journey!

Join one of our partners, Hertie School, in Berlin or online from 4-8 December 2023 for their Open Week! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn more about their master's programmes, get a taste of their courses, get application tips and more.

The Hertie School Open Week is free to attend.

Register at:

Open Week at the Hertie School: 4-8 December 2023 Discover our programmes, meet current and former students, learn about options to finance your studies and much more. Join us online or on-site in Berlin!

We're in the last 6 hours of and we thank you all for showing up for Atlas Corps today!

Your generosity ensures we can continue to connect our with mission-based organizations as part of our mission of developing leaders and strengthening organizations.

Here's how your gift continues to make a difference for Fellows like Constance (Class 41, ) and Host Supervisor Douglas Kerr at IFDC: "The invaluable connections, diverse perspectives, and collaborative spirit within this community have been instrumental in fueling our organizational achievements."

P.S.- There's still time to make a difference! Join hands with Atlas Corps today by donating at: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/717/atlas-corps/

Thank you for all of the support so far this !

Together, we can invest in our leaders of tomorrow. Every gift, no matter the size, helps create opportunities for global leaders working towards positive change in their local communities.

Giving Tuesday continues until midnight EST, so please continue to spread the word:

Donate to Atlas Corps Our mission is to develop leaders and strengthen organizations through training programs and a global alumni community of skilled social change professionals to address critical social issues.

Your support for Atlas Corps empowers our future leaders of tomorrow to create lasting impact across the globe, like Class 49 Fellow Comfort from , currently serving as the Global Communications Fellow at Deseret Management Corporation.

She extends her gratitude, "To the generous donors and unwavering supporters, your commitment to this cause is the beacon guiding my journey."

Make a difference this holiday season and at https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/717/atlas-corps/.

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Today, join forces with our global network of 1,700+ professionals who are inspiring positive change within their local communities. Support our future leaders of tomorrow; together, we can make a difference in our world.

Give today at: donate.atlascorps.org

Make a difference in the Atlas Corps Community!

Atlas Corps asks for your support this on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. So far in 2023, Atlas Corps has actively engaged with over 150 professionals from 43 countries through our professional development programs, bringing our global network to 1,700+ leaders from 116 countries. Additionally, we successfully connected 26 Fellows with 17 active Host Organizations.

Every donation–no matter the size–contributes to our mission of developing leaders and strengthening organizations.

This Giving Tuesday, we ask you to join hands with Atlas Corps at: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/717/atlas-corps/

Read more at: https://atlascorps.org/this-giving-tuesday-heres-how-you-can-make-a-difference-with-atlas-corps/

One of the ways Atlas Corps inspires positive change is through our Fellowship program, where we connect rising global professionals to mission-based organizations.

Meet Fellow Boubacar Diallo (Class 47, Senegal), who is currently serving at CorpsAfrica as their Alumni Association Coordinator.

Ryan Dale, Chief Operating Officer at CorpsAfrica and Boubacar’s supervisor shares, “Boubacar’s contributions to CorpsAfrica will be felt for years to come. Shortly after onboarding into this position, we launched the first cohort of the CorpsAfrica Entrepreneurship Incubator. Over the course of three months, eight alumni-led ventures participated in weekly sessions covering a full range of topics to prepare them to run their own job-creating business. In the end, all eight ventures qualified for $5,000 USD grants to support their operations. Boubacar managed the program from start to finish and top to bottom – identifying contractors, supporting each business, coordinating sessions, and mentoring participants.”

Thank you, Ryan and the rest of the team at CorpsAfrica for contributing to Boubacar’s professional development.

P.S. - Want to make a difference in the Atlas Corps Community? You can help us connect global leaders like Boubacar to renowned mission-based organizations! Join us on November 28 for at: https://www.globalgiving.org/donate/717/atlas-corps/