Everyone asks how we did it // Invisible Children’s Playbook Workshop
Telling your organization’s story well is key. In the last ten years, we’ve learned a thing or two about creating a movement. We produced and launched the most viral video of all time, passed two bills through Congress, inspired and mobilized a generation, and made a large impact running primarily off of $20 donations from […]
Deep Philosophical Questions + Jim Beam = Whiskey Wednesdays
“I love it when the interns and staff come together for a spirited debate. Each of our voices is valued equally, and I get to learn a lot about people’s stories and what shapes their worldviews.” –Aashima Gandhi, Engagement Intern It’s a little-known fact that once a week, our office comes together to discuss the world’s […]
Dance until the war ends // HeartBeats dance marathons
“Dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance in your blood. Dance when you’re perfectly free.” –Rumi There are many ways to support a cause. Some people sit for a cause, some people walk for a cause – but we are different. We dance. […]
Kony 101 // Why is he fighting?
The Lord’s Resistance Army is one of the most vicious rebel groups on this planet today. Its leader, Joseph Kony, instructs his fighters to abduct young men and women to fight in their ranks, loot and ravage innocent communities for food and clothing, and hold women and children hostage as sex slaves and porters. Joseph Kony […]
Changing the world with music // Meet Andy Allo
Andy Allo is one heck of a gal. Just 25 years old, this native-born Cameroonian is already an established singer-songwriter, guitarist, pianist, model, and actress – she even performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. Not to mention she’s got just about the most amazing hair we’ve ever seen. On anybody. Ever. Andy is the newest addition […]
Supporter spotlight // Meet Danielle McGorman
As you may have heard, our supporters are our superheroes. Their enthusiasm and commitment to justice has made our movement what it is, and our life-saving programs simply couldn’t exist without them. This week, we want to show some love to one of our most dedicated supporters, Danielle McGorman. We are so impressed by what […]
Meet LSP student Otim Daniel Comboni
After sitting for his Primary Leaving Exam (PLE), Otim Daniel Comboni was not quite sure if he would be able to attend secondary school. “I prayed hard that I would be taken up by some organization and fortunately, Invisible Children selected me,” he said. Many students have to drop out of school after completing primary […]
Kony 101 // What is the LRA?
Joseph Kony’s LRA conflict is as multi-faceted as it is devastating. We understand that it can be difficult to fully grasp how it started, what has happened in the past 27 years, and why we need to work together to bring an end to LRA atrocities. Therefore, we’re starting a blog series to answer some of […]
Intern Spotlight: Engagement // Ashima + Casey
We just opened up applications for our spring internships, and we’re getting excited to meet some new faces for next season. To give you an exclusive look at life inside the walls of Invisible Children, we want you to hear from Casey and Ashima, two of our fabulous engagement interns. Our engagement team embodies the “work hard, play hard” […]
A music video about the LRA conflict // Yellowcard + Invisible Children
Our friends who brought us the hit single Ocean Avenue just released a powerful music video that’s all about the LRA. That’s right, we’ve teamed up with Yellowcard. This video accompanies their new track, “One Bedroom.” We think it’s pretty incredible. Watch for yourself: If this inspired you, we need you to take action. This project is more […]