In-Sight Collaborative

We love a bubble bath, sure - but a bubble bath won't save us from capitalism and colonialism's slow death march... We need to show up for each other and redefine joy in more radical ways. Want to learn more? Check out the link in our bio to apply for our mentorship program!

We are thrilled to announce that In-Sight Collaborative has been awarded the Top-Rated Nonprofit Award for 2024 by GreatNonprofits! This recognition is based on the incredible ratings and reviews we’ve received from our community of volunteers, donors, and clients. It is a reflection not only of the impact of our programs but also of the deep trust and solidarity we’ve built together. This recognition is about more than just our programs—it’s about the stories that define our impact: ?? A young leader who reconnected to their power through mentorship. ?? A participant whose perspective on migration systems shifted through meaningful dialogue. ?? A displaced community reclaiming their narrative and showcasing their culture. Did any quotes from our community resonate with you? Share with us in the comments below! As we celebrate this milestone, we’re also gearing up for Giving Tuesday. This recognition inspires us to keep growing, innovating, and serving—but we can’t do it without your support. This Giving Tuesday, consider joining us in creating more stories of transformation and hope in the humanitarian sector. Would you consider accompanying us in our mission to cultivate future humanitarian leaders? Donate today at https://lnkd.in/g4dNKBzf Your contribution will be doubled by a matching campaign supported by EMA Foundation #TopRatedNonprofit #GivingTuesday #SolidarityInAction #StoriesThatMatter

What moments of solidarity have you experienced this year? As 2025 approaches, we’re reflecting on a year filled with moments of solidarity and impact in the work we've accomplished this year -- work that would not be possible without the solidarity of people like you who make up our community. Your accompaniment of our work powered: 1. Mentorship Programs: Guiding emerging humanitarian leaders from marginalized backgrounds to step into leadership roles with confidence and readiness. 2. Reading Circles on Migration: Creating spaces where participants examine their relationships to power, foster compassion, and rethink how ordinary people can contribute to just migration systems. 3. Cultural Storytelling: Through our Digital Culture Box, communities affected by forced displacement have reclaimed their narratives, challenging harmful stereotypes and showcasing the richness of their cultures. 4. Free Online Training Modules: Equipping changemakers with critical skills like psychological first aid, trauma-informed care, and ethical program design to ensure responsible and effective humanitarian work. 5. Rethinking Philanthropy: Transforming how giving happens by centering dignity, trust, and mutual respect, while amplifying knowledge systems from all cultures to reshape the way resources are shared. These initiatives reflect our shared commitment to a world built on care, dignity, and justice. But this work requires sustained support. As we approach Giving Tuesday, we’re reminded of the power of collective care and what we can achieve when we show up for one another. Your support—whether it’s through a donation, volunteering, or simply sharing our work—helps sustain the programs and values we hold close. ?? https://lnkd.in/g4dNKBzf Thank you for being part of this community, for believing in a future built on solidarity, and for helping us keep these vital efforts going. Together, we are creating a world where care, justice, and dignity are at the center of everything we do. #GivingTuesday #ImpactTogether #SolidarityNotCharity #HumanitarianWork

The fight for collective liberation needs you for the long haul, and no one is saying that your own wellness practice is not important. But we should also consider when our rest looks like disengagement - are we running away from problems in the world, or engaging with them in a way that makes them feel more manageable? Running away from systemic oppression will never promote the true healing we all deserve. So, how can we acknowledge our feelings of disheartenment, stuckness, fear, anxiety and shame about this colonial, capitalist, harmful world, without running away from those feelings? First, we can learn more about why these systems operate how they do, who they operate for, and the history that lead up to the world we all inhabit now. Second, we can invest in our communities, including digital communities, so that we can acknowledge these problems without feeling alone. And third, we can begin skilling up, so that we can slowly, piece by piece, begin to dismantle the world as we see it around us. If these ideas appeal to you, then you should sign up for our #MentorshipProgram. It's an opportunity to learn more about systemic oppression, cultivate skills to tackle complex problems, meet other activist and humanitarian allies, and begin to imagine different ways of being. If you're feeling exhausted and disheartened when you see the world as it is now, then why not give it a go?

#Capitalism teaches us that there is not enough to go around. It teaches us that we should hoard what we have, and that when times are tight, we should isolate and keep our meagre resources to ourselves. #Colonialism teaches us that in order to acquire more things, someone else must lose access to that thing. It teaches us that our gain is the direct consequence of another person's loss - that there cannot be more than one winner at any time. What if we embraced ideas of #abundance? What if we used hard times as an opportunity to go deeper into our communities, to ensure that no one is left behind? What if we depended on each other, so that none of us would have to depend on the corporations and states that steal our time, livelihoods, culture, and resources? What if we saw our own success and survival as a direct consequence of our successful communities, rather than something that detracts or takes us away from community work? To learn more about how you can generate more care, learning, knowledge and resources in your community, especially focussing on the ways that the #industrialbordercomplex works to make those things inaccessible to forcibly displaced people, then consider applying for our Winter Mentorship Program. It's a great opportunity to learn about systemic oppression, gain valuable skills for dismantling those systems, and a space to bask in challenging and like minded community also fighting for a better world. https://lnkd.in/g5D8Eejr

Meet Jaimy, a dedicated leader ready to shape inclusive futures! Jaimy’s journey is defined by her deep empathy, curiosity, and commitment to fostering understanding across cultural and social divides. With a background in applied psychology and a passion for diversity, inclusion, and decolonization, Jaimy is a natural at bringing people together to address biases and promote equity. Through her work with students and mothers from migrant backgrounds, Jaimy has honed her skills as a workshop leader and coach, empowering others to embrace their strengths and values. Now, as she pursues an Erasmus Mundus master’s in social and cultural psychology, Jaimy is eager to deepen her impact by working in the humanitarian sector, contributing to policy, education, and community-building efforts. Through our mentorship program, Jaimy has gained new perspectives on leadership, advocacy, and community building. She shared: "This program has been invaluable in helping me think critically, expand my understanding of equity, and explore practical ways to contribute to the humanitarian sector." Upon graduation, Jaimy plans to pursue a career in the humanitarian sector, focusing on policies, training, education, and decolonization. Jaimy, your work embodies everything we strive for - you remind our team why we do this work. We are so glad you are part of it! Our mentorship program helps leaders like Jaimy take the next step in their journey by offering the tools, support, and networks needed to grow their work. Your support allows us to create these spaces for learning, reflection, and connection. When you accompany us, you are standing in solidarity with emerging leaders who are shaping the future of humanitarian action and social justice. Together, we can build a world where resources, ideas, and opportunities flow in solidarity—not charity. Support us here: https://lnkd.in/g4dNKBzf All donations are matched up to our giving goal by EMA Foundation - double your impact when you give today.

Colonialism - and the action of decolonization - is a key focus of what activists and humanitarians must look towards, if we want to achieve collective liberation. That said, many of us may feel unable to imagine what steps we can even take to begin unlearning the insidious ways that colonialism shows up in our lives. Colonialism has shaped our world in millions of ways that continue to harm us all, and we can often map the amount of privilege we have against the role our ancestors played in past colonial practices. It might surprise you to learn that a significant part of our Mentorship Program is learning to take stock of your own relationship with colonialism. This includes learning about colonialism as it shows up today, globally significant colonial events such as the Doctrine of Discovery, and the insidious nature of colonialism in humanitarian and activist groups - but it also involves significant guided reflection into the ways that colonialism shapes your own life and actions. It also involves actively learning to shift the mindsets and actions that you might be doing which recreate colonial dynamics in your life, to be more in line with the values you hope to embody. If you are excited to be a part of the active movement for #decolonization and #collectiveliberation, but are struggling to imagine what you can do, then why not enroll in our Mentorship Program? When we are tired and burnt out, dedicating ourselves to learning more about #structuresofoppression and what we can do about them can be an invaluable way to return to the fight revitalized and skilled up. Applications are open now! https://lnkd.in/g5D8Eejr

Meet Abdirezak, a builder of resilient humanitarian systems! As a humanitarian leader with over a decade of experience in Somalia’s public health and humanitarian sectors, Abdirezak joined our 2024 Mentorship Program to deepen his practice in empathetic #leadership, collaborative problem-solving, and addressing systemic challenges in humanitarian work. We couldn’t imagine our community without you, Abdi—thank you for all you do! His reflections speak to the power of shared learning: "This program challenged me to think critically about traditional approaches and adapt my leadership to better address the needs of communities. With guidance from my mentors and peers, I gained new tools, strategies, and perspectives to enhance my work in public health, nutrition, WASH, and emergency response. It’s been a transformative experience that will continue to shape my work and partnerships." Our programs are built on the belief that leaders like Abdirezak already hold the expertise and vision to create change. What we do is partner with them—providing access to resources, shared learning spaces, and networks that support their goals. Your support keeps programs like this accessible, accompanying leaders to grow their impact while fostering a global network of #collaboration. Together, we can continue to provide spaces where humanitarian leaders can thrive and bring their transformative ideas to life. Will you accompany leaders like Abdirezak and the future of #equitable, community-centered #humanitarian work? Support us here: https://lnkd.in/g4dNKBzf All donations are matched up to our giving goal by the EMA Foundation - double your impact when you give today. #PartnerForChange #CollaborativeLeadership #EquityInAction #HumanitarianInnovation #GivingTuesday #SupportHumanitarians #FiscalAccompaniment

Are you curious about joining the humanitarian or nonprofit sector? Are you a seasoned humanitarian or nonprofit sector participant who is looking to expand your horizons, meet new people, and help push back against and reimagine harmful sector norms? Whether you are a true beginner with no previous knowledge of humanitarianism, migration, or social justice issues OR you have been deeply entrenched in these issues for ages, this co-learning mentorship program is for you! We are now accepting applications for our 2025 cohort. We hope you will join us! Apply and learn more here --> https://lnkd.in/g5D8Eejr

Meet Tomia, a mentee turned mentor in our 2024 Mentorship Program! Tomia is a social entrepreneur and community leader in Cameroon, where she founded and runs Children's Fate, a nonprofit supporting children and youth made vulnerable. Her nonprofit has served over 2,000 displaced children since it started in 2022. She has trained 102 youths in entrepreneurship, with many establishing their own businesses. We are so lucky to have you in our community, Tomia! Reflecting on her journey at the end of the program, Tomia shared: "Leading in the humanitarian sector means being a champion for vulnerable persons. It's about inspiring action, fostering collaboration, and ensuring every decision prioritizes their well-being. Most of my learning comes from working alongside our team and directly with the children and youth we serve. It's an ongoing journey of listening, adapting, and striving for the best possible impact." This life-changing work is only possible through the power of fiscal accompaniment—your commitment to sustaining and expanding our programs. Your support allowed humanitarian leaders like Tomia to access the training and resources needed to amplify the impact of her work. Imagine the untapped potential in communities worldwide due to limited access to mentorship and development opportunities. Your contributions bring that potential to light, helping to create a world where abundance and opportunity are shared realities. Consider accompanying us to keep these vital programs running and fuel the transformative ways humanitarian leaders are showing up for their communities around the globe. https://lnkd.in/g4dNKBzf All donations are matched up to our giving goal by the EMA Foundation - double your impact when you give today!