Michelle Obama Instagram – Growing up on the South Side of Chicago, I was a student with big hopes and dreams just waiting for the right opportunity to prove myself. Every time I go home, I meet countless young people who have similar goals and aspirations and are ready to leave their mark on the world. That’s why the Future Series at the @ObamaFoundation is so close to my heart — it’s a way to connect young people with leaders from all over the community to help them expand their horizons and reimagine their contributions to our society. Here’s some of what we’ve been up to this past year: