Alight Chain ReactionSpark a Chain Reaction of Kindness This Holiday Season! Are you ready to be part of something special this holiday season? The idea is simple, yet powerful: each week until year’s end, perform a kind deed and share it to inspire a chain reaction of goodness. Whether it’s buying a coffee for someone you don’t […] Gaza Emergency Response DONATE NOW! **Update: Thursday, October 19, 2023** We are raising emergency funding on behalf of Alight’s affiliate, Questscope, and an alliance of trusted, local organizations who are providing humanitarian relief in Gaza. As of October 18, UNOCHA reported that the number of internally displaced people in Gaza is estimated at about one million. Essential […] Alight Welcomes Zohra Zori as Chief Marketing and Engagement OfficerAlight is pleased to annouce Zohra Zori as our newly appointed Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer (CMEO). Zori will oversee the next chapter of brand evolution for Alight. Zori is a seasoned nonprofit leader, with nearly 20 years of experience in various executive roles in the social sector. Food Insecurity in East AfricaAlight’s 5-Country Response As food insecurity impacts more than 40 million people and nearly 10 million children are acutely malnourished or worse, families are feeling out of control. Alight is there with a comprehensive regional response spanning Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Sudan. Alight Deploys Rapid Response Team To Poland1,200,000 Refugees Have Poured Out of Ukraine Alight, has sent a team of aid workers to Poland. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee the country and many more to seek shelter underground or with family in safer parts of the country. Congratulations Linda Thomas-Greenfield! Alight congratulates our Board Member Linda Thomas-Greenfield, who has been confirmed by the Senate as President Biden’s U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Thomas-Greenfield has been a part of the Alight leadership team since 2017 when she retired from a decades-long career at the U.S. State Department where she served in such roles as […] Meet Our HeroesAs COVID-19 has arrived in the refugee communities where Alight works, our team members have emerged one-by-one to make heroic sacrifices and take actions that protect communities. They’ve spent weeks and months away from their families to ensure the people they serve have access to all the things they need to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. And, to ensure they don’t bring the virus into the most vulnerable places. How Alight Teams Are Providing Meals for MomsNo matter where you live, giving birth can be both a joyful and stressful time—in the minutes, hours, and days after birth, it’s critical that both mom and baby get the care they need to heal and grow. But in resource-limited refugee camp settings like Rwanda and Sudan, that time just after birth can often be shortened, sending moms home without even a hot meal. 100M People: COVID-19 Health Messaging Reaches New HeightsCoronavirus cases have been confirmed in nearly every country in the world. But in many places, critical health messaging about the virus simply isn’t reaching where it needs to go. Whether due to lack of access to communications infrastructure, like the internet, TV, or radio, or the prevalence of myths and misinformation, there are still millions of people who are unprepared for COVID-19. And as the virus spreads and gains traction in some of the most vulnerable communities, this poses a threat to those who are already so at risk. Alight Welcomes Nasra Ismail as Alight U.S. Enterprise Executive DirectorNovember 16, 2023 Alight is thrilled to welcome Nasra Ismail as the newly appointed U.S. Enterprise Executive Director. Nasra will lead a dedicated and human-centered team to build and expand welcoming communities for newcomers to the United States. With a career spanning two decades, Nasra brings a profound understanding of the functional and financial needs […] Hasinat’s Journey: From Kabul to Minnesota – A Story of Resilience and HopeHasinat’s life began in Kabul, Afghanistan, a city with a rich history and a complicated reality, especially for women. Her family lived an ordinary life, but as the Taliban’s influence grew stronger, Hasinat’s family realized they had to leave the country to ensure their safety and future. They spent two weeks living in a refugee […] Alight Flood Response in PakistanHistoric and Catastrophic Monsoon Flooding The recent devastating floods in Pakistan have left millions of people homeless and one-third of Pakistan underwater. Finding Refuge at an Airbnb in PolandWhen the war began in Ukraine, 36-year-old Olena had been working at a coffee factory in Poland for a month. She had gone to Poland with a friend, temporarily leaving her four children with family in Ukraine so that she could earn more money to support them. The COVID-19 VaccineFor so many, the COVID-19 vaccines are the light at the end of the tunnel, a spark of hope amidst a truly devastating year. Yet there are also questions, concerns, and challenges being raised, too—including from our global staff, who want to return to normalcy with the people we serve after so many disruptions. Going Remote: Questscope Keeps Kids in Jordan Learning30 years ago, our partner Questscope was founded with a mission to put the last, first. Decades later, the organization has grown to serve thousands of young people in the Middle East and beyond. Working with individuals, communities, local organizations, and international partners to produce social, education, and entrepreneurial opportunities for marginalized youth, they’ve stayed true to their original vision – to lift up the most vulnerable. We Believe: Three beliefs that guide everything we doAt Alight, everything we do is built on three core beliefs that we hold dear. These beliefs underpin all our values, our purpose, and every single action that we take and decisions that we make. Our beliefs are more than lofty, inspiring ideas. Each of our beliefs is based on what we—2,500 Alight team members around the world—have learned over years of work as humanitarians. Alight and Questscope Respond in BeirutThe fatal explosion in Beirut, Lebanon earlier this week has left hundreds dead, thousands injured, and over 250,000 homeless. Massive destruction and devastation reached from the epicenter of the blast to over 15 miles away, leaving people, their livelihoods, and their homes destroyed. Alight is responding. 8 Ways Alight Is Getting Coronavirus Information to RefugeesWhen it comes to coronavirus prevention and response, displaced people and those living in refugee camps face a different set of challenges than most. Even in the best of times, access to information—especially when it comes to healthcare—can be difficult to come by. Maximize Your Giving! Did you know that your giving has superpowers? In the spirit of Give to the Max Day, we’re excited to share the incredible impact your donation can make! Here are 9 reasons why fueling Alight on this incredible day is a game-changer: LEVERAGE MAGIC: Your $1 doesn’t merely end there—we transform it into an […] Syria and Türkiye Earthquake Response**Update: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023** Questscope, in partnership with Alight, has been responding for earthquake survivors in Syria since February 6 – the day the earthquake happened. Our teams’ relief efforts have been focused on the Aleppo region, but also include support for families in rural areas near Hama (who’ve received little to no support). […] The Promise of Safety in WrocławVitaliy and his wife Katia were living a life they describe as normal: running their own food shop and raising their three daughters, Kira 2, Alina 8, and Vlada 10, in the Odessa region. They didn’t believe war would ever come to Ukraine. In the early morning of February 24th, the phone rang. Ukraine ResponseOver the past year, the war in Ukraine has destroyed cities, separated families, and forced 25% of the population to leave their homes. 8 million Ukrainians have fled to neighboring countries, while 6 million are internally displaced. Keeping the Wheels TurningAs COVID-19 became a threat to both the health of Pakistan’s families and to their very livelihood. the team saw a need to rethink their approach. But the creativity and adaptive qualities of our teams made adopting a new model for education a natural one; we were already designing new methods to reach more kids. Refugees on the Frontlines of COVID-19 ResponseWith close to 200,000 refugees, Kakuma Refugee Camp is one of the largest camps in the world. It’s also home to hundreds of East African LGBTIQ asylum seekers and refugees, who have fled from Uganda, Sudan, Somalia, South Sudan, and Burundi. LGBTIQ refugees are often doubly stigmatized — firstly for being foreigners or refugees, and secondly on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Asili: Co-Creation at the CoreIn the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Asili is using co-creation to transform what it means to deliver humanitarian aid. Reimagining philanthropic aid as startup capital for self-sustaining businesses—and bringing like-minded partners along the way—Asili is not only operated by and for the people it serves, but is creating world-class service infrastructure for those who need it most. On the Frontlines of COVID-19: Meet HodanHodan Abdi is a Protection Program Officer for our Somali Program. Originally from London, Hodan made a giant leap in 2019 to join the Alight team, leaving her work at a London-based homecare company to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a humanitarian. But when COVID-19 hit in March, Hodan’s work, like everyone else’s at Alight and around the world, had to evolve. Now, she’s on the frontlines of the fight to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to reach some of the most remote and vulnerable communities. Facing the Challenge: Our Somali Program Responds to COVID-19Over the past few years, Alight's Somali Program teams have faced down challenge after challenge. Extreme drought and famine impact displaced people disproportionately. Refugees returning after decades away face new hurdles as they struggle to build livelihood and community back home. Political instability is an ever-present threat. Recently, locusts and flooding threaten to destabilize farmers and communities. But through it all, our teams have been there to help, doing the doable to protect the people we serve. Alight Chain ReactionSpark a Chain Reaction of Kindness This Holiday Season! Are you ready to be part of something special this holiday season? The idea is simple, yet powerful: each week until year’s end, perform a kind deed and share it to inspire a chain reaction of goodness. Whether it’s buying a coffee for someone you don’t […] Alight Welcomes Nasra Ismail as Alight U.S. Enterprise Executive DirectorNovember 16, 2023 Alight is thrilled to welcome Nasra Ismail as the newly appointed U.S. Enterprise Executive Director. Nasra will lead a dedicated and human-centered team to build and expand welcoming communities for newcomers to the United States. With a career spanning two decades, Nasra brings a profound understanding of the functional and financial needs […] Maximize Your Giving! Did you know that your giving has superpowers? In the spirit of Give to the Max Day, we’re excited to share the incredible impact your donation can make! Here are 9 reasons why fueling Alight on this incredible day is a game-changer: LEVERAGE MAGIC: Your $1 doesn’t merely end there—we transform it into an […] Gaza Emergency Response DONATE NOW! **Update: Thursday, October 19, 2023** We are raising emergency funding on behalf of Alight’s affiliate, Questscope, and an alliance of trusted, local organizations who are providing humanitarian relief in Gaza. As of October 18, UNOCHA reported that the number of internally displaced people in Gaza is estimated at about one million. Essential […] Hasinat’s Journey: From Kabul to Minnesota – A Story of Resilience and HopeHasinat’s life began in Kabul, Afghanistan, a city with a rich history and a complicated reality, especially for women. Her family lived an ordinary life, but as the Taliban’s influence grew stronger, Hasinat’s family realized they had to leave the country to ensure their safety and future. They spent two weeks living in a refugee […] Syria and Türkiye Earthquake Response**Update: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023** Questscope, in partnership with Alight, has been responding for earthquake survivors in Syria since February 6 – the day the earthquake happened. Our teams’ relief efforts have been focused on the Aleppo region, but also include support for families in rural areas near Hama (who’ve received little to no support). […] Alight Welcomes Zohra Zori as Chief Marketing and Engagement OfficerAlight is pleased to annouce Zohra Zori as our newly appointed Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer (CMEO). Zori will oversee the next chapter of brand evolution for Alight. Zori is a seasoned nonprofit leader, with nearly 20 years of experience in various executive roles in the social sector. Alight Flood Response in PakistanHistoric and Catastrophic Monsoon Flooding The recent devastating floods in Pakistan have left millions of people homeless and one-third of Pakistan underwater. The Promise of Safety in WrocławVitaliy and his wife Katia were living a life they describe as normal: running their own food shop and raising their three daughters, Kira 2, Alina 8, and Vlada 10, in the Odessa region. They didn’t believe war would ever come to Ukraine. In the early morning of February 24th, the phone rang. Food Insecurity in East AfricaAlight’s 5-Country Response As food insecurity impacts more than 40 million people and nearly 10 million children are acutely malnourished or worse, families are feeling out of control. Alight is there with a comprehensive regional response spanning Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Sudan. Finding Refuge at an Airbnb in PolandWhen the war began in Ukraine, 36-year-old Olena had been working at a coffee factory in Poland for a month. She had gone to Poland with a friend, temporarily leaving her four children with family in Ukraine so that she could earn more money to support them. Ukraine ResponseOver the past year, the war in Ukraine has destroyed cities, separated families, and forced 25% of the population to leave their homes. 8 million Ukrainians have fled to neighboring countries, while 6 million are internally displaced. Alight Deploys Rapid Response Team To Poland1,200,000 Refugees Have Poured Out of Ukraine Alight, has sent a team of aid workers to Poland. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee the country and many more to seek shelter underground or with family in safer parts of the country. The COVID-19 VaccineFor so many, the COVID-19 vaccines are the light at the end of the tunnel, a spark of hope amidst a truly devastating year. Yet there are also questions, concerns, and challenges being raised, too—including from our global staff, who want to return to normalcy with the people we serve after so many disruptions. Keeping the Wheels TurningAs COVID-19 became a threat to both the health of Pakistan’s families and to their very livelihood. the team saw a need to rethink their approach. But the creativity and adaptive qualities of our teams made adopting a new model for education a natural one; we were already designing new methods to reach more kids. Congratulations Linda Thomas-Greenfield! Alight congratulates our Board Member Linda Thomas-Greenfield, who has been confirmed by the Senate as President Biden’s U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Thomas-Greenfield has been a part of the Alight leadership team since 2017 when she retired from a decades-long career at the U.S. State Department where she served in such roles as […] Going Remote: Questscope Keeps Kids in Jordan Learning30 years ago, our partner Questscope was founded with a mission to put the last, first. Decades later, the organization has grown to serve thousands of young people in the Middle East and beyond. Working with individuals, communities, local organizations, and international partners to produce social, education, and entrepreneurial opportunities for marginalized youth, they’ve stayed true to their original vision – to lift up the most vulnerable. Refugees on the Frontlines of COVID-19 ResponseWith close to 200,000 refugees, Kakuma Refugee Camp is one of the largest camps in the world. It’s also home to hundreds of East African LGBTIQ asylum seekers and refugees, who have fled from Uganda, Sudan, Somalia, South Sudan, and Burundi. LGBTIQ refugees are often doubly stigmatized — firstly for being foreigners or refugees, and secondly on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Meet Our HeroesAs COVID-19 has arrived in the refugee communities where Alight works, our team members have emerged one-by-one to make heroic sacrifices and take actions that protect communities. They’ve spent weeks and months away from their families to ensure the people they serve have access to all the things they need to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. And, to ensure they don’t bring the virus into the most vulnerable places. We Believe: Three beliefs that guide everything we doAt Alight, everything we do is built on three core beliefs that we hold dear. These beliefs underpin all our values, our purpose, and every single action that we take and decisions that we make. Our beliefs are more than lofty, inspiring ideas. Each of our beliefs is based on what we—2,500 Alight team members around the world—have learned over years of work as humanitarians. Asili: Co-Creation at the CoreIn the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Asili is using co-creation to transform what it means to deliver humanitarian aid. Reimagining philanthropic aid as startup capital for self-sustaining businesses—and bringing like-minded partners along the way—Asili is not only operated by and for the people it serves, but is creating world-class service infrastructure for those who need it most. How Alight Teams Are Providing Meals for MomsNo matter where you live, giving birth can be both a joyful and stressful time—in the minutes, hours, and days after birth, it’s critical that both mom and baby get the care they need to heal and grow. But in resource-limited refugee camp settings like Rwanda and Sudan, that time just after birth can often be shortened, sending moms home without even a hot meal. Alight and Questscope Respond in BeirutThe fatal explosion in Beirut, Lebanon earlier this week has left hundreds dead, thousands injured, and over 250,000 homeless. Massive destruction and devastation reached from the epicenter of the blast to over 15 miles away, leaving people, their livelihoods, and their homes destroyed. Alight is responding. On the Frontlines of COVID-19: Meet HodanHodan Abdi is a Protection Program Officer for our Somali Program. Originally from London, Hodan made a giant leap in 2019 to join the Alight team, leaving her work at a London-based homecare company to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a humanitarian. But when COVID-19 hit in March, Hodan’s work, like everyone else’s at Alight and around the world, had to evolve. Now, she’s on the frontlines of the fight to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to reach some of the most remote and vulnerable communities. 100M People: COVID-19 Health Messaging Reaches New HeightsCoronavirus cases have been confirmed in nearly every country in the world. But in many places, critical health messaging about the virus simply isn’t reaching where it needs to go. Whether due to lack of access to communications infrastructure, like the internet, TV, or radio, or the prevalence of myths and misinformation, there are still millions of people who are unprepared for COVID-19. And as the virus spreads and gains traction in some of the most vulnerable communities, this poses a threat to those who are already so at risk. 8 Ways Alight Is Getting Coronavirus Information to RefugeesWhen it comes to coronavirus prevention and response, displaced people and those living in refugee camps face a different set of challenges than most. Even in the best of times, access to information—especially when it comes to healthcare—can be difficult to come by. Facing the Challenge: Our Somali Program Responds to COVID-19Over the past few years, Alight's Somali Program teams have faced down challenge after challenge. Extreme drought and famine impact displaced people disproportionately. Refugees returning after decades away face new hurdles as they struggle to build livelihood and community back home. Political instability is an ever-present threat. Recently, locusts and flooding threaten to destabilize farmers and communities. But through it all, our teams have been there to help, doing the doable to protect the people we serve.