My favorite product of the day // 3rd edition
It’s me again, here to let you in on my favorite holiday product of the day. It’s a bag, it has books on it, it was made by my favorite ladies at Mend. Be still my heart. Get it [HERE] before it’s gone. Which translates to I’m going to buy all of them for every […]
12 days of Christmas matching campaign
What’s better than the holidays? Not much. Except a matching campaign during the holidays. An Invisible Children supporter recently donated $25,000 to our Come Home for the Holidays campaign. I know, we’re floored too. So for the next 12 days we are matching all donations up to $25,000 in the hopes of increasing the impact […]
Our band of brothers (and sisters)
Don’t cry over spilled milk. Keep a stiff upper lip. People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones. Sometimes you just want some advice. Objective, sage advice from people who can shed light on any situation and have your best interests at heart. Earlier this year, Invisible Children wanted (needed #samething) just that (we […]
My favorite product of the day // 2nd edition
Don’t worry – I’m back to let you in on my new favorite holiday product offered through our online store. Our holiday line supports artisans across East Africa and there is so much handmade goodness, I hardly know what to do with myself. My pick for today is a must-have since it will really go […]
Our partners in craft
Over the last ten months, we’ve been busy working with partners from four East African countries to bring together a collection of artisanal, handmade products representative of the beauty and talent of the people of the region. From handbags to jewelry to shoes, we’re thrilled to be able to support 377 artisans and their families […]
From Resolve // Senate passes defense bill with new LRA provision
Yesterday, thanks to the leadership of Senators Chris Coons (D-DE), Jim Inhofe (R-OK), and Carl Levin (D-MI), the Senate unanimously passed the 2013 defense authorizations bill, with a new amendment that specifically calls for strong, continued support for U.S. efforts to arrest Joseph Kony and protect communities in central Africa from LRA violence. The bill […]
Global Summit on the LRA // the highlights
At MOVE:DC we hosted a Global Summit on the LRA which consisted of a panel of leaders from countries and global institutions with the highest stake in ending the LRA crisis. It was the first time that all of these international leaders gathered to discuss the ongoing conflict and what steps need to be taken to stop […]
My favorite product of the day
Our online store is filled with gems. Literally and figuratively. The best part is that we are supporting 377 artisans across East Africa with our new holiday line, which makes you feel even more warm & fuzzy when purchasing gifts for friends and family (or for yourself – who are we kidding?) Here is my […]
Stories I Only Tell My Friends // a book review
Prepare yourselves – this blog has nothing to do with anything. I just finished Stories I Only Tell My Friends by Rob Lowe. Yes, the actor Rob Lowe wrote a book. And yes, it’s terrific. The book is so well-written that I kept checking the back of the book that says “…every word of which […]
The manhunt for Joseph Kony
From the Council on Foreign Affairs, a truly insightful article on the ongoing manhunt for Joseph Kony, the efforts thus far, and why perseverance is crucial. _______________________ #Kony2013 Why the Manhunt Is Taking So Long — And How It Can Succeed by Benjamin Runkle In a little-noticed move in October 2011, U.S. President Barack Obama sent […]