About the Millennium Leadership Program

Since its inception, the Atlantic Council’s Millennium Leadership Program (MLP) has focused on building a vibrant community of leaders who transform bold ideas into action. Through its programming, the MLP equips global professionals across diverse industries with the tools to elevate their leadership and expand their impact. Participants gain access to a global network of exceptional peers, engage with world leaders through global study tours, participate in dynamic leadership development experiences, and lead the debate on key issues.

The Millennium Leadership Program is built on three core pillars: leadership, community, and impact. These pillars are woven into every aspect of programming, enabling participants to grow both personally and professionally while contributing to a larger global community. Together, they equip leaders to address today’s challenges and shape a more equitable, prosperous future. Through the MLP, leaders gain tools to enhance their leadership skills, amplify their ability to drive meaningful change, and build strong, supportive networks. The MLP boasts a robust and active alumni network, ensuring participants stay connected and engaged after completing the program.

“The Millennium Fellowship connects the internal to the interpersonal, and ultimately to the international. What binds us together as fellows is a commitment to lead from a place of hope.”

Karim Farishta, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, Office of the Secretary of Defense

(Millennium Fellowship 2023)

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Press Release

Nov 17, 2016

Atlantic Council Announces 2016 Veterans Take Point Fellows and Welcomes Veteran Philanthropist and Entrepreneur Ken Falke onto the Council’s Next Generation Advisory Council, and Receives 2016 We Serve Award

By Atlantic Council

WASHINGTON, DC – The Atlantic Council welcomes Ken Falke, the chairman and founder of Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness, the EOD Warrior Foundation, and CEO of Shoulder2Shoulder, Inc., to the Advisory Council for its Millennium Leadership Program, the Council’s flagship center for cultivating the next generation of international security leaders.

In the News

Nov 17, 2016

Hammond in Amine Newswire: Saudi Arabia Plans To Spur Entrepreneurship

By Joseph Hammond

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Saudi Arabia

New Atlanticist

Oct 19, 2016

Alaska’s Microgrid Experience Applied Across Borders

By Penny Gage

There is a stark divide between rural and urban Alaska, with 41 percent of the state’s residents residing in the city of Anchorage. Most communities are located off the road system, accessible only by airplane or boat. Supplying reliable, secure, and affordable energy is a challenge. Remote electricity systems, and even large cities concerned about […]

Energy & Environment Europe & Eurasia

New Atlanticist

Oct 17, 2016

Getting the Most Out of Renewables

By Clare Magee

Nearly half of the Fortune 500 companies, including Apple, Facebook, General Motors, Google, Target, and Wal-Mart, have announced sustainability and/or clean energy targets. Non-utility customers accounted for 52 percent of last year’s 4,000 megawatts of US wind deals, and US companies represented 907 megawatts of solar in 2015—a nearly 60 percent increase over the previous year. However, […]

In the News

Sep 9, 2016

Bennett in The Hill: 9/11 and Millennials – Time for a New Direction

By Daniel Bennett

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United States and Canada

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Aug 11, 2016

Jeffrey A. McLean Internship

“Every day of this internship is an opportunity to learn about international relations from brilliant individuals with a wealth of experience in understanding and solving the world’s greatest challenges.” – Livia G., Fall 2017 MLP Intern Enabling the next generation of policymakers is the primary mission of the Millennium Leadership Program. Through the generous support […]

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Aug 10, 2016

Take Point Testimonials and Success Stories

Alumni Success Stories Ben Kohlmann Starting this fall, Ben will attend Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, a rigorous two-year program dedicated to creating world-changing leaders. Meanwhile, Kohlmann’s nonprofit, the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum, has signed an agreement to incubate with the Brent Scowcroft Center for International Security at the Atlantic Council. Matthew Zeller  As the co-founder […]

Press Release

Aug 3, 2016

Application Opens for Year Three of Atlantic Council Veterans Take Point Initiative

By Atlantic Council

WASHINGTON, DC – The Atlantic Council is now accepting applications for its third class of Veterans Take Point Initiative fellows. The Take Point Initiative provides world-class training, professional networking and mentorship, and grants to post-9/11 veterans seeking to become nonprofit and thought leaders in international affairs. All eligible veterans are encouraged to apply at www.takepointx.org before October 1, […]

Bremain vs Brexit

Jul 9, 2016

Brexit and the Perverse Geopolitics of Leaving the European Union

By Manuel Muñiz and Bernardo Navazo

The result of the June 23 referendum in the United Kingdom could lead to the first instance of a member of the European Union leaving the Union’s ranks. Beyond the social and economic impact of such a decision, the move will have serious geopolitical consequences. And let us be clear from the start: the UK […]

European Union International Organizations
Millennium Leaders Society

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Apr 28, 2016

Millennium Leaders Society Membership Requirements

Membership Requirements Membership to the Millennium Leaders Society is open only to the following: Young Atlanticist Alumni Millennium Leadership Fellow Alumni Atlantic Council Staff and Intern Alumni By-invitation only from Millennium Leadership Program staff Membership also requires a full online application to be filled out (found here), and dues upon completion [minimum dues requirements range […]