Blog Updates and inspiration

The Legacy Scholarship Program university beneficiaries had the opportunity to learn more about how to thrive after and while still at the university through a workshop that was organized to empower, motivate and inspire students to make good use of the available resources. The students were taught skills in speaking, presenting and driving, and advised […]

Last Friday, our CEO, Ben Keesey, responded to an open letter from a supporter asking, “How are you promoting the inherent value of Joseph Kony?” He responded and so did you. Below is a round-up of your reactions. “I cannot humanize someone who dehumanizes others.” – Debra R. Berry “It is the belief that one […]

Last August, Karla and James Walker vowed to love and cherish one another till death do them part. One year later, Karla and James are vowing to change the world together. Tradition deems the one-year wedding anniversary the “paper anniversary.” But since that sounds entirely boring, the Walkers have opted to spend their special day […]

In just a short walk around the neighborhood of the Invisible Children Uganda office, you’ll find numerous small restaurants and corner shops, including this salon that pays tribute to the Francis Ford Coppola classic The Godfather.

Nashville band Wild Cub are fixing to bring their kinetic live show to San Diego, and we’re pleased to announce we’ll be partnering with them and Soda Bar for a show on August 1. They’ll be cruising through San Diego before they take the stage at Chicago’s Lollapalooza. Rare Times and The Kabbs will be […]

We’re entering the final week of our Four-Part Model video series, ending with our Media programs. I sat down with our lead film editor to ask her four questions (we love themes) to get a better sense of her role in the media that Invisible Children produces. Kathryn Lang started out as a Roadie back […]

Days of the week are no longer a thing for me, instead I categorize days by the name of cities Warped Tour hits. Today, we’re in Indianapolis and soon we’re off to Toronto followed by Buffalo, NY. On our days off, I sometimes question why no one’s out about town, then I’m reminded it’s a Monday […]

“You might think your mother is the best cook in the whole world, until you try eating from your neighbors house.” These were the words of Susan, one of the participants during Invisible Children Uganda’s (ICU) Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) exchange visit to in Pader district.  Susan was explaining how important it is […]

Sometimes you watch a TedxTalk and it’s earth-shatteringly inspirational, and other times, you watch a TedxTalk and it reiterates a lot of the truths you’ve already come to know. This TedxTalk falls into the latter category. This week, we’re continuing with the final installment of our four-part model by highlighting our Media programs. So,what better TedxTalk could there […]

This is a big deal. We are overjoyed to be partnering with Prizeo and Kristen Bell for a contest that could land you in the most coveted seat at our 2013 Fourth Estate Summit this August – the one next to the incredible lead of Veronica Mars. Kristen has a long history with Invisible Children. She’s […]