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Speak Up Vince

Vince Shumate has been part of the Speak Up family for over a decade.

Through his friendship and his writings, he’s been a source of inspiration, insight, and revelation for many years.

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  • July 13, 2026
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    The need was shared and then quickly met

    On Thursday, Qiana called me. She was facing a financial crisis and was hours away from ending up on the streets with her kids. I…

  • July 8, 2026
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    Community is Hard (and Possible)

    Speak Up writing groups hit on multiple levels. They provide individual invitations. These spaces let people discover and uncover things within. Carving out time to…

  • June 21, 2026
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    Best Resources on the Creative Act?

    “What books do you recommend on writing and creativity?” That’s a question that often comes my way. Speak Up writing groups connect people across divides…

  • June 17, 2026
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    Timeless Treasure Trove

    We are sitting on a gold mine. For a decade, Speak Up published a printed magazine that gave voice to people facing homelessness. That means…


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