Vision
Megaphone envisions a thriving, equitable society that values all voices.
Mission
Megaphone changes the story on poverty by promoting social equity, amplifying marginalized voices, and creating meaningful work.
Values
Equity: Megaphone works towards undoing social and economic barriers by creating programs that prioritize peer leadership, inclusivity, safety, and agency.
Meaningful Work: Megaphone provides low-barrier and accessible opportunities for skills building, growth and fair compensation to change the narrative around poverty and intersecting marginalizations.
Compassionate Connection: Megaphone fosters empathetic and open dialogue that connects people across social experiences, creating a deeper understanding of poverty while ensuring the safety of the most vulnerable in our community.
Storytelling: Megaphone believes storytelling leads to meaningful change. We promote journalism and creative self-expression that challenge stereotypes, humanize complex social issues, and empower marginalized voices.
Reciprocity: Megaphone collaborates with peers and community partners to keep us accountable and ensure we are operating in a non-extractive way.
Resilience: Megaphone works toward the long-term viability and stability of our programs, so we can be a thriving space for community engagement and empowerment.