English 221 (Literature & Writing Outside the Classroom)
The Origin of Street Papers Spare Change News Located in Cambridge, MA, Spare Change is the oldest street paper in the US. It was founded in 1992 by Tim Hobson with the intention of creating a space for homeless people to advocate for themselves while raising funds to alleviate the conditions of homelessness and eventually Read More …
“The Big Issue” in the industry Marginalized individuals have fallen victim to homelessness and dehumanization. The lack of true empathy in society has led to the flourishing of degradation. With little to no perseverance, they have resorted to the falsities of hopeful begging. Panhandling has instilled a sense of burden and pity that dehumanizes an Read More …
By Talia Belowich @breakyourboundaries, Unsplash What is a street paper? Street Papers are a media form that foster community connections and help support those experiencing homelessness by giving them a form of financial autonomy. Each street paper reflects the values and voices of its community, and in that way, they are all largely unique. In Read More …
What is a street paper? A street paper is any kind of newspaper or magazine sold primarily by local homeless or impoverished people. These papers have often been created to help support these communities and give vendors a viable alternative to begging. These papers often include stories written by and for homeless and impoverished individuals Read More …
