America's Resilience 250 Fellowship

The America’s Resilience 250 Fellowship Program is hereby established as a national leadership development and civic dialogue initiative dedicated to strengthening the Republic’s long‑term resilience. Its mission is to cultivate informed, principled, and service‑minded citizens capable of upholding America’s legacy, advancing its democratic ideals, and shaping the nation’s next 250 years with integrity, foresight, and enduring commitment to the common good.

Our Vision

To cultivate informed, principled, and service‑minded citizens capable of upholding America’s legacy, advancing its democratic ideals, and shaping the nation’s next 250 years with integrity, foresight, and enduring commitment to the common good.

What Fellows Experience

Fellows engage in advanced leadership development, cross‑sector collaboration, and strategic dialogues that equip them to navigate an era defined by geopolitical competition, technological disruption, and societal transformation.

Strengthen Democratic Leadership Capacity: Equip fellows with the skills, frameworks, and ethical grounding needed to lead institutions and communities through periods of uncertainty and change.

Advance Cross‑Sector Collaboration: Build a national network of leaders from government, business, academia, civil society, and faith communities who can work together to address complex challenges.

Promote Economic Resilience and Opportunity: Support initiatives and dialogues that expand economic mobility, strengthen American competitiveness, and prepare the workforce for the future.

Deepen Global Awareness and Engagement: Enhance fellows’ understanding of geopolitical dynamics, international cooperation, and America’s role in shaping global stability.

Foster Civic Renewal and National Unity: Inspire a renewed commitment to civic responsibility, shared purpose, and constructive public leadership as the nation enters its next 250 years.

Program Objectives

Who Should Appply

Applicants are welcome from across the public, private, and civic landscape, including:

• Government (federal, state, local)

• Corporate America and the private sector

• Public and private foundations

• Academia and research institutions

• Civil society and nonprofit organizations

• Faith and religious communities

Call to Action

Join a community shaping the next era of American leadership. Applications are open to professionals committed to strengthening democratic resilience and contributing to strategic dialogue about America’s future.

About Djaha Family Foundation

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Our work focuses on leadership systems change design development, mental health support, and community empowerment, recognizing that sustainable progress begins with investing in the next generation of women changemakers. By strengthening their capacity to lead and fostering environments where their voices are valued, the Foundation contributes to a more equitable and prosperous future for communities across Côte d’Ivoire.

About African Council on Foreign Relations

The African Council on Foreign Relations (ACFR) is Africa's premier platform for strategic dialogue, evidence-based diplomacy, and leadership development. We convene the continent's brightest minds to shape Africa's role in an interconnected world.