Speak Up Magazine

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Our mission: To produce a “street magazine” that provides a source of income for vulnerably-housed people and increases public conversation by covering issues of homelessness, poverty and social justice.

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Matt: I am the Executive Director of Speak Up Magazine, and have been since June 2009. I oversee the development of a "street magazine" that gives a voice to people on the streets, and coordinate the homeless vendor program, in which homeless individuals sell the magazine and earn money. I also… More
Noah: My job title is Writer for Speak Up Magazine. My work involves reporting on Charlotte events, writing up profiles on the vulnerably housed vendors, connecting with new vendors and supporting current staff, volunteers, and vendors. What I like about my job is I get to meet and befriend individuals… More
Peggi: I have volunteered at Speak Up for over two years. I enter financial information, edit copy, proofread, write articles, take photos for the magazine, help our vendors when needed, answer phones...whatever needs to be done!