EDITOR’S NOTE DENVER VOICE JOURNALISTS AMPLIFY MARGINALIZED STORIES AS REGULAR DENVER VOICE readers know, the stories in our paper highlight the struggles of marginalized communities and the deep social injustices they face. We often focus on organizations whose missions either ELISABETH MONAGHAN MANAGING EDITOR seek to improve these conditions or, unfortunately, exacerbate them. But in these troubled times, independent journalists and news outlets who stand up for democracy or express concern over the cancelation of programs that serve vulnerable groups such as military veterans, people facing poverty or financial instability, and individuals with disabilities — are finding themselves in the crosshairs of the Trump administration. For the journalists who contribute to Denver VOICE, this work is a side project in addition to other journalism gigs or full-time jobs. We don’t pay much, so no one is in it for the money. I am honored to work with such a dedicated team of journalists who are committed to researching, interviewing sources, and writing thoughtful, well-crafted articles. Their efforts support the values of free speech and freedom of information, and, in doing so, they risk being blacklisted or facing harsh punishment. Yet, despite the risks, they remain committed to shining a light on the injustices faced by those living in the margins. I am so grateful to all of our journalists. Their courage, compassion, and perseverance make it possible for us to publish these important stories. THIS MONTH’S CONTRIBUTORS GILES CLASEN is a freelance photojournalist who is a regular contributor to the VOICE. Several of the photos he’s taken for the VOICE have won national and international awards. He also served on the VOICE’s Board of Directors. JAMIE MILLER graduated from the University of Georgia with bachelor’s degrees in journalism and business management. She enjoys exploring the Colorado mountains, reading a good book at a local coffee shop, and doing yoga. DENVERVOICE.ORG E.ORG @OCE MANAGING EDITOR Elisabeth Monaghan DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Giles Clasen ART DIRECTOR Andrew Fraieli ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Maddie Egerton VOLUNTEER COPY EDITOR Aaron Sullivan ARTISTS/PHOTOGRAPHERS Giles Clasen WRITERS WHAT WE DO The Denver VOICE empowers homeless, impoverished, and transient individuals by creating job opportunities through our vendor program. We give our vendors a job and help them tell their stories; this creates a space for them to be part of a community again. Vendors purchase copies of the VOICE for 50 cents each at our distribution center. This money pays for a portion of our production costs. Vendors can buy as many papers as they want; they then sell those papers to the public for a suggested $2 donation. The difference in cost ($1.50) is theirs to keep. WHO WE ARE The Denver VOICE is a nonprofit that publishes a monthly street newspaper. Our vendors are men and women in the Denver metro area experiencing homelessness and poverty. Since 2007, we have put more than 4,600 vendors to work. Our mission is to facilitate a dialogue addressing the roots of homelessness by telling stories of people whose lives are impacted by poverty and homelessness and to offer economic, educational, and empowerment opportunities for the impoverished community. We are an award-winning publication, a member of the International Network of Street Papers and the Colorado Press Association, and we abide by the Society of Professional Journalists code of ethics. With the money they make selling the VOICE, vendors are able to pay for their basic needs. Our program provides vendors with an immediate income and a support group of dedicated staff members and volunteers. Vendors are independent contractors who receive no base pay. EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT editor@denvervoice.org VENDOR PROGRAM program@denvervoice.org • (720) 320-2155 ADVERTISING ads@denvervoice.org MAILING ADDRESS PO Box 1931, Denver CO 80201 VENDOR OFFICE 989 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, CO 80204 OFFICE HOURS: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Albert Bland Giles Clasen Wayne Easterling Raelene Johnson Halvin Jones Jamie Miller Jerry Rosen BOARD OF DIRECTORS Robert Davis, President Isabella Colletti, Secretary Michael Burkley Mackenzie Langley Ashni Pabley Eduardo Platon Edwin Rapp Charity Von Guinness 2 DENVER VOICE April 2025 STAFF CONTRIBUTORS BOARD CONTACT US
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