Throughout Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month, we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism and building a multicultural organization. We featured notable historical figures, discussed policy connections, and shared action items every week focused on voting rights, foreign policy, and domestic demilitarization. We are committed to building our […]
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SFI & Hispanic Heritage Month
In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, we’ve explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism and building a multicultural organization. We featured notable historical figures, discussed policy connections, and shared action items every week focused on voting rights, foreign policy, and domestic demilitarization. We are committed to building our advocacy and […]
SFF Receives Grant to Support Multicultural Organizing
Secure Families Foundation (SFF), the nonpartisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) sister organization to Secure Families Initiative, is proud to announce a grant from the Ploughshares Fund.
What Top Gun Says About the Iran Nuclear Deal: Streyder for Inkstick
Executive Director Sarah Streyder penned an Opinion piece for Inkstick Media linking the blockbuster movie of the summer, Top Gun: Maverick, and the need for the Iran Nuclear Deal. Like the movie, this piece is a must see.
SFI & Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
To honor and acknowledge Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, throughout May we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and the AAPI community.
The Intersection of SFI Priorities and Anti-Racism
In honor of Black History Month, throughout February we have explored the intersection between SFI’s policy priorities and our commitment to anti-racism. We are committed to building our advocacy and our work within this context year-round.
2021 Year in Review
In only our second year in existence, Secure Families Initiative thrived and continued to grown in 2021. From DC parking lots to Zoom calls with members of Congress, we took action and used our voice on behalf of the military community the entire year. Here’s a look at some of our accomplishments in 2021. A […]
Joint OpEd: “Honor veterans: Repeal the Iraq War Authorization”
Together with partner organizations, Secure Families Initiative penned an OpEd in Stars and Stripes. “Honor Veterans: Repeal the Iraq War Authorization” is co-authored by SFI Executive Director collaborated with Naveed Shah, the Political Director at Common Defense and an Iraq War veteran, and Luis Cardona, the Federal Affairs Liaison at Concerned Veterans for America.
Join SFI on Patreon
We are excited to share our news: today, we launched a Patreon! A new method for civic engagement, education and empowerment. And bonus, a new way to support Secure Families Initiative.
The Forever War on the Homefront: SFI Board of Advisors President for Just Security
Secure Families Initiative Board of Advisors President Heather Aliano wrote an essay for the Just Security Symposium on the 20th anniversary of September 11th. “How Perpetual War Has Changed Us” is a deeply personal reflection on the impacts of twenty years of war on service members and military families.