Columbia World Projects Congratulates Avril Haines
The CWP deputy director was nominated by President-elect Joseph R. Biden Jr. to serve as director of national intelligence
Columbia World Projects to Pilot New Approach to Wastewater Treatment in Rural Alabama
Our newest project aims to demonstrate that better wastewater treatment systems can yield health, economic and environmental benefits for rural communities in the United States and around the world.
Columbia World Projects Announces Three Potential COVID-19 Projects in New Report
The potential projects focus on increasing confidence in and use of vaccines; strengthening support for grieving members of the Black community in and around Harlem; and developing digital mental health care services.
Announcing the New Obama Foundation Scholars
Columbia World Projects is thrilled to announce our third cohort of Obama Foundation Scholars, 11 rising leaders from around the world who will study at Columbia University for the 2020-2021 academic year, which will begin virtually.
Projects
Learn About Our Projects
Columbia World Projects are underway around the world. Find out more.
In New Report, Columbia World Projects Provides Recommendations to Congress on How to Support Minority-Owned Small Businesses During Pandemic
The report summarizes a recent roundtable held by Columbia World Projects and includes specific recommendations put forward by participants. It will be disseminated to key members of Congress to inform ongoing discussions around legislation.
Leadership Development
Obama Foundation Scholars Program
The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University brings together rising leaders from around the world who have demonstrated a commitment to finding solutions to challenges in their communities, countries and regions.
Research & Engagement
Our research and engagement team brings scholars and practitioners together in working groups – meetings where participants grapple with our most pressing social issues and identify pathways to better futures.
