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United Nations Foundation 2016 Champion for Global Change Award
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
United Nations Foundation 2016 Champion for Global Change Award
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

United Nations Foundation 2016 Champion for Global Change Award

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.127538
Object Type Award
Manufacturer (Founded 1992)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2016
Medium wood, stone, adhesive, paint
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 14 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 4 7/8 in (35.6 cm x 24.1 cm x 12.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionAward dedicated to President Barack Obama for his work in bringing about global change. The upper part of the award is a light wood with dark spots and rings visible carved into the shape of an olive branch. The end of the branch is adhered to a white stone base that has a gold filled engraved dedication.

Historical NoteThe award was accepted on President Barack Obama's behalf by the United Nations Ambassador Samantha Power at the UN Foundation Global Leadership Dinner in October 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library. Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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