Be the Change

What is the Forum of Fellows?
The Forum of Fellows is a vibrant Network, consisting of all Omidyar Fellows. The Forum is a way to continue the journey of transformational leadership and lasting, significant change for Hawai‘i that Fellows experience during the program.

For how long does a Fellow remain a member of the Forum of Fellows?
“Once a Fellow, always a Fellow.” The expectation is that each Fellow will remain a member of the Forum of Fellows as long as they are leading in Hawaiʻi. We encourage active participation in the Forum, a supportive and challenging community of practice.

What is the opportunity?
The Forum of Fellows provides members the opportunity to connect with like-minded change agents, foster cross-sector collaborations, amplify the effects of their work by the skills and network gained, and utilize a variety of available supports.

What is expected of Fourm of Fellows Members?
Fellows are expected to take risks, challenge systems that are not working, and engage bold visions for change.

Cohorts are encouraged to gather on a quarterly basis once their initial 14-month curriculum phase is completed. These gatherings should fulfill whatever needs the Cohort has from peer support around tough leadership challenges to interpersonal connection, additional training as a group, building collaborations, and asking Cohort members for assistance on a project.

The Omidyar Fellows program hosts Forum of Fellows gatherings and other events—including an annual overview of the Forum of Fellows program for the upcoming calendar year—that Fellows are encouraged to attend when possible and when it fits a need they have.