Blog Updates and inspiration

Here at Invisible Children, we’re storytellers. This runs true to the apparel, accessories, and films that we produce. Invisible Children products tell this story; products made by the people of the region, benefiting those affected most. It’s winter. It’s cold. We know. (Well, actually we don’t know because San Diego has a year round average temperature […]

Akello Mary received the news that her brother Walter returned home to Uganda in December as one of the Zemio 19. She was eager to see him again. But, in addition to reuniting with Walter for the first time in many years, she also hoped to share messages of encouragement to more members of the […]

It’s Monday. Yeah…we feel it. And while you may have a natural inclination to lean towards a more mellow listening selection, why not shake it up a bit? Today’s mixtape is meant to amp you up for the coming week and get you inspired. With its combo of energy (it’s Monday people– wake up!) and […]

Last week brought more deeply disturbing stories from the Central African Republic (CAR). If some are reporting a decrease in violence, it’s probably only because almost a quarter of the population (over one million people) have now fled their homes. In the capital city of Bangui, the balance of power has transferred to ‘anti-balaka’ militias in […]

Everyone loves a new Facebook friend. Ok, technically this is a Facebook like, but play along. Today, at 3:15 PST (6:15 EST), U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power is leading a Facebook and Twitter chat (from Facebook’s headquarters) to discuss the impact people can have in their local communities. We already love Samantha Power so […]

Community members in Omot sub-county in northern Uganda look over the most recent issue of “Invisible Voice.” Last year, Invisible Children’s regional office in Kampala began producing a newsletter that is shared as a newspaper insert and distributed across the region. The hope is that community members will better understand Invisible Children’s recovery and protection programs, […]

Who runs the world? Well, according to Beyonce, it’s girls. And if that’s true, Invisible Children will soon take over. Invisible Children’s office is packed full of some of the most impactful and talented women in the field today. The women in our offices are truly paving the way for so many other young and bright women. […]

Last Friday, the seamstresses and staff at Mend celebrated Valentine’s Day together at the workshop. The ladies took tea together outside, as they do each day, but this time they also received personalized valentines from Mend’s social enterprise manager. It’s never hard to remember why these women inspire us through their resilience in light of […]

Invisible Children’s regional head of office, Patrick Munduga, and The Resolve’s Director of Policy, Paul Ronan, put together this piece about Okot Odhiambo. It’s been published on the Huffington Post’s blog, but because it’s so great (and for the lazy amongst you), we’re re-posting it below. Here you go: +++ 5 Things You Should Know About Okot Odhiambo Last […]

Here at Invisible Children, we’re storytellers. This runs true to the apparel, accessories, and films that we produce. Invisible Children products tell this story; products made by the people of the region, benefiting those affected most. Enter the silver bracelet. The silver bracelet is crafted out of a stunning white brass with a silver-plating. Modeled after […]