Writing social justice….for money?
Students in Roosevelt’s LIBS 201 class—Writing Social Justice—sometimes ask how they can use the writing skills they develop in college in order to make a difference, *and* make a living, after they graduate. While there’s always a (small) chance that you or one of your classmates will quickly become a famous writer after graduation, don’t wait for fame to find you. Get out there and write! There are lots of non-profit organizations that need your writing and research skills. While you probably won’t get rich composing grant applications, newsletters, or website copy, the writing you do for non-profits is what connects donors and volunteers to social service organizations, or what raises community awareness about environmental and other social justice issues. Read this blog about writing for nonprofits to find out more.
