Connie Porter, known as Southeast Washington’s “Cat Lady,” talks about her passion for cats and how caring for them positively impacted her life.
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How homeless cats healed a homeless woman
Despite homelessness, an artist continues his work
An artist uses Street Sense Media to advance his goal of ending his homelessness and pursuing his art.
After having his identity stolen, Vincent Watts found his true self
Vincent Watts struggled after having his identity stolen, but has found his true self in the process.
A real opportunity
Eric Thompson-Bey discusses his journey to getting a job in a restaurant, which began when he obtained an externship through a culinary program called Real Opps located at Thrive D.C.
A wish for my friend and co-worker
A get well letter from the Street Sense Media Team to Toni, a Street Sense vendor.
On the other side of the glass: One man’s journey from the street to a home
Having escaped years of chronic homelessness, David doesn’t have to look far to remember how far he’s come.
Epileptic electrician, Marcellus Phillips, lights up basement apartment
Marcellus Phillips has battled epilepsy for 20 years, the last of which he has spent sleeping on his sister’s living room floor. After a persistent effort, he now can depend on a monthly disability payment.
Michael Warner is preparing to organize Democrats in 2018
Michael Warner, a Street Sense vendor and longtime organizer in Democratic politics, has been accepted into a prestigious training program at the DCCC. We looked back at his life up to this point and spoke with him about his future plans.
Vendor Profile: John Littlejohn
A vendor profile of John Littlejohn, who has worked for Street Sense since 2010.
The agony and the ecstasy of Wendell Williams
Vendor Wendell Williams shares his personal journey, rising through the ranks in the radio broadcast industry and finding his way to personally overcome addiction and chronic homelessness.
Literacy Helped Jeffery McNeil Pull Himself Out of Homelessness
Street Sense Vendor Jeff McNeil’s discovery of reading and writing helped turn his life around.
After homelessness put her education on hold, Sheila White is accepted at UDC
Sheila White has found her way back to the classroom despite years of being forced to postpone her education.
Patty Smith Celebrates 2-year Anniversary in Housing
June 16, 2017 marks the two-year anniversary of Patty Smith moving into housing at the Valenti House in Woodley Park.
Vendor Profile:
Barbara Pollard, born an artist
Street Sense vendor Barbara Pollard is a woman of many talents. She loves art and hopes to inspirer others with her work.
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Juan Callejón
A vendor profile on Juan Callejón.
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Elizabeth Bryant
A 2017 profile of Elizabeth Bryant, a vendor and artist at Street Sense Media.
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Charles Armstrong
A vendor profile on Charles Armstrong.
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William Whitsett
A vendor profile on William Whitsett.
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Chon Gotti
A few years ago, Chon Gotti was living on the streets and selling cigarettes in Southeast D.C. Now, he’s an entrepreneur. After joining Street Sense,…
A profile on vendor/artist Sheila White.
Vendor Profile: Sheila White
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How homeless cats healed a homeless woman
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Community Calendar
Nov
14
Wed
11:00 am
Our Common Threads
Our Common Threads
Nov 14 @ 11:00 am – Nov 16 @ 4:00 pm
On November 14th, 2018, Street Sense Media and the surrounding community will meet for a morning of weaving, storytelling, and discussion of homelessness. Our Common Threads is... Read more »
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