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Preserving the Full Human History of USAID

Building a public, living archive of the emotional, cultural, and personal stories behind policy and global development.

We document the lived experiences of the entire USAID family—Foreign Service Officers, local staff, partners, and the communities served. By collecting text, audio, video, and artifacts, we ensure these untold stories of sacrifice and success are never lost, boxed away, or forgotten during institutional transitions.

EXPLORE THE ARCHIVE

Preserving the Living Archive of Human History

A digital archive dedicated to capturing the emotional, cultural, and personal stories behind global policy. We preserve the lived experiences of the entire USAID family to ensure these histories are never forgotten during institutional transition.

Digital Media

Collecting text, audio, and video narratives capturing the emotional and cultural stories behind global programs.

Archival Expressions

Archiving artwork, poetry, song, and images of objects carried across borders as markers of individual and institutional journey.

Global Community

Recognizing the American staff, local partners, and communities served by centering the human relationships driving ground-level change.

Untold Histories

Inviting reflections on the complex, scary, and difficult sacrifices made by staff and family members to prevent erasure during transition.

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