A Message from Alyse Nelson - after Standing Together: A Call to Action in Uncertain Times

Thank you for joining us in today’s conversation. Your honesty, your openness, and your willingness to share—both your grief and your optimism—are what make this network so powerful.

We know that a single meeting cannot solve the challenges we face. But it is an essential space—to hear each other, to feel our collective strength, and to remind ourselves that we are not alone. Your voices matter, and your commitment to standing with and for one another fuels the work ahead.

This conversation doesn’t end here. We encourage you to continue being heard on here on The VV Hub and to reach out to Leah Lizarondo at [email protected]. Share your thoughts, your needs, and your ideas—we are here to listen and act.

Your work is not done. Neither is ours. We promise to keep working—to advocate, to push forward, and to stand beside you, as we have for more than two decades. And now, more than ever, the time to keep working is now.

In strength and solidarity,

Alyse Nelson
President & CEO, Vital Voices