Finding True Patriotism on Independence Day
To most people, the Fourth of July means fireworks, barbecues, and American flags. It’s a fun way to celebrate our nation’s birth, but the holiday should mean more than that…. Read more…
To most people, the Fourth of July means fireworks, barbecues, and American flags. It’s a fun way to celebrate our nation’s birth, but the holiday should mean more than that…. Read more…
“One person becomes displaced every 2 seconds– less than the time it takes to read this sentence.” -UNHCR Introduction to World Refugee Day In December of 2000, the United Nations… Read more…
20-21 Managing Committee Statement STAND, the student and youth-led movement to end mass atrocities, stands in solidarity and mourning with peaceful protesters in light of tragic events surrounding the police… Read more…
Sudan and South Sudan Sudan At the beginning of the month, civil society leaders spoke out against Prime Minister Hamdok’s request to transition United Nations support from peace enforcement to… Read more…
The Managing Committee is excited to share STAND’s Annual Report for the 2019-2020 Academic Year. Scroll through the pages below, or download the full report here.
STAND is publishing a blog series on different emerging conflicts around the world in order to take a closer look into issues outside of STAND’s focus regions. Read the first… Read more…
At the end of eighth grade, someone reached out to me and told me that they worked with an organization called STAND. She told me that they needed people to… Read more…
The 2019-2020 Managing Committee was so #blessed to celebrate our 15th STANDiversary year with these amazing soon-to-be graduates. From totally revamping our State Advocacy Lead programs, to standing up new… Read more…
Sudan and South Sudan Sudan One year after Omar al-Bashir was removed from power in Sudan, the nation’s transitional government is struggling to retain popular support. Protests have become more… Read more…
Alongside numerous other peace-focused organizations, STAND has been at the forefront of advocacy efforts for the Global Fragility Act (GFA) since it was first introduced in both the House and… Read more…