No capes required // Our heroes in Congress
It’s Comic-Con weekend here in San Diego, and we’re seeing an increasing amount of Justice League costumes on the drive to work. So, we thought we would take the chance to recognize some real-life superheroes. This month, Representatives Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Ed Royce (R-CA) gained some major brownie points in our book. They have been consistent supporters of our mission […]
5 fun things to look for on our new website
If you haven’t seen it yet, check out our new website. We got a facelift, and we are looking fresher than ever (cue the popped collar). Our web team has been hard at work creating the most interactive, easy-access site we’ve ever had. They did a great job (I mean, just look at this blog […]
Massive defection of rebels in DR Congo // Why it matters
First, let’s lay some groundwork. Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) is roughly the size of Europe. You read that right, one country that is the size of a continent — pretty amazing. The area in which LRA forces operate is in the far northeast of the country. Within the same region (eastern DR Congo) […]
Unmasking Joseph Kony // 6 facts you may not know
You know his name. You know he’s been murdering and kidnapping innocent men, women, and children for almost 30 years. You know Kony and his forces have moved out of Uganda and into Sudan, Central African Republic, and Democratic Republic of Congo. But here are 6 things you may not know about Joseph Kony: 1. He’s […]
Photo Friday // Ignorance versus education
This Photo Friday we invite you to consider this simple thought from former Harvard University president Derek Bok: “If you think education is expensive – try ignorance.” Invisible Children has been committed to providing educational opportunities for youth and adults in northern Uganda since the organization was founded in 2005. Over the years […]
Reblog // Ugandan troops clash with rebels in CAR
Tracking down Joseph Kony isn’t as cut and dry as it might seem. Not only does the LRA travel in dense and remote jungles, but they also operate in the same region as other rebel groups in Central African Republic (CAR). We’ve heard a recent report about Ugandan troops clashing with ex-Séléka rebels in CAR. […]
Honoring Nate Henn // A letter from Innocent
Four years ago today, Nate Henn, a beloved member of the Invisible Children team, was killed in a terror bombing in Kampala, Uganda. Nate’s legacy is one of honor, dedication and service, and we want to honor him by sharing a few reflections from Innocent, Nate’s close friend and fellow Roadie from Uganda. // In February 06, 2010 I […]
Invisible Children Values // Jump first, fear later
Have you ever jumped off a cliff? Okay, maybe that’s a little too much, but have you ever challenged yourself? Pushed yourself to do something that scared the bejeezus out of you? And maybe in that moment, you took a deep breath and jumped. You did it. And if you are reading this, you survived. And […]
Reblog // More than 60 Nigerian girls escape Boko Haram captors
A few months ago, the rebel group Boko Haram abducted more than 200 school girls in Nigeria, and the world reacted in outrage through #BringBackOurGirls. We have been following this situation closely because (a) it’s heartbreaking and (b) because there have been a lot of parallels between Boko Haram and the Lord’s Resistance Army. This week, we’ve picked up some […]
Invisible Children’s values // All in the attitude
At Invisible Children HQ, we talk a lot about “the big why” – the purpose that drives our organization and the way we approach our mission of ending LRA violence. We have a few core values that guide our work, make us think, and challenge us to grow. Read on for a glimpse of what […]