America's Resilience 250 Fellowship

The America’s Resilience 250 Fellowship is a two‑year national leadership program established by the Djaha Family Foundation in partnership with International President Organization USA (IPO USA), both projects of tghe International President Organization Worldwide to prepare a new generation of American leaders for the nation’s next chapter. Launched in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the fellowship brings together 50 exceptional leaders committed to strengthening democratic institutions, expanding economic opportunity, and advancing America’s role in a rapidly changing world.

About the Fellowship

The America’s Resilience 250 Fellowship is a two‑year national leadership program established by the Djaha Family Foundation in partnership with International President Organization USA (IPO USA), both projects of the International President Organization to prepare a new generation of American leaders for the nation’s next chapter. Launched in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the fellowship brings together 50 exceptional leaders committed to strengthening democratic institutions, expanding economic opportunity, and advancing America’s role in a rapidly changing world.

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.

Our Vision

To build a diverse, high‑impact cohort of young civic leaders who will strengthen democratic institutions, foster cross‑community understanding, and advance solutions to the social, economic, and civic challenges facing the United States. Through rigorous leadership development, national dialogue, and community‑based engagement, the program aims to prepare participants to serve as catalysts for civic renewal and long‑term national resilience.

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

The Djaha Family Foundation is a philanthropic mobilization and strategic resource mobilization organization dedicated to advancing the leadership potential and mental well‑being of young women in Northern Virginia and young African women in Côte d’Ivoire. We mobilize financial, social, and community resources to create pathways for emerging women leaders to thrive—equipping them with the skills, confidence, and support systems needed to drive meaningful change.

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 IPO

The Official Account of the U.S. Presidency of the International President Organization. The U.S. Presidency of the International President Organization (IPO) serves as the national executive office representing the Organization’s mission, values, and global mandate within the United States. As one of the IPO’s principal national presidencies, it stands at the intersection of youth leadership, democratic innovation, and international cooperation—advancing a vision of responsible governance and civic excellence for the next generation of American and global leaders.

Anchored in the IPO’s founding principles of service, integrity, and global responsibility, the U.S. Presidency works to cultivate a dynamic ecosystem where young leaders, public servants, innovators, and civic actors can develop the competencies, networks, and ethical foundations required to lead in an increasingly complex world. Through strategic programs, national initiatives, and international engagements, the U.S. Presidency contributes to shaping a new generation of leaders capable of stewarding institutions, strengthening democratic culture, and advancing peace and development across borders.

More than a national office, the U.S. Presidency of the International President Organization is a platform for vision, service, and collective progress. It embodies the belief that young leaders—when equipped with the right values, opportunities, and institutional support—can transform societies, strengthen democracies, and build a more just, inclusive, and forward‑looking world.