STORY TELLERS
Last year we launched the “Faces of Homelessness” Story Tellers in Palm Beach County , a newly formed Speakers' Bureau group. This is mentored by the National Coalition for the Homeless out of Washington D.C. Due to a bit of moving around, the Story Tellers’ program was dismantled. As of May 2010, Amanda St. Jean, an Americorps VISTA volunteer, has re-started the Story Tellers’ program in an effort to bring back the great results the Story Tellers’ received in the beginning. As the Faces of Homelessness Story Tellers’ Speakers’ Bureau coordinator, Amanda St. Jean has begun recruiting for new speakers for the Story Tellers’ panel.
The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County firmly believes that we cannot truly end homelessness or advocate for change without the direct and continued involvement of those who have experienced homelessness. The mission of the “Faces of Homelessness” Story Tellers is to provide a forum for homeless and formerly homeless individuals to share their personal stories with others; break down the myths/stereotypes about the homeless; foster a greater awareness of the reality of homelessness; and to spark the interest of audiences in becoming involved in the struggle to end homelessness on local, state, and national levels.
The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County “Faces of Homelessness” Story Tellers will be speaking to various groups including but not limited to: youth and religious groups, elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, colleges and civics groups. The Story Tellers panel is comprised of homeless and formerly homeless individuals.
For many of these individuals and families it is the first time they have ever spoken publicly. Their stories are exhilarating and honest accounts of their very personal journey from homelessness to self-sufficiency. If you would like to have a Story Teller speak to your group, please call 561.478.5351 or email anstjean@yahoo.com
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READ ABOUT OUR STORY TELLERS ...
Faces of Homelessness Story Tellers
Back Row: Steve Z, Guy Nelson, Scott Eckel, Jay Humphries, Fred Yates, Steve Moreno, Daniel Grego
Middle Row: Del Caroll, Don Graef, Grace Magri, Martha Michloney, Christy Turnquist, Gary Osborne, Robert Croce
Front Row: Syndi Love, Michelle Carter
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