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The Big Issue is a leading British weekly news and cultural magazine designed to help people experiencing homelessness and poverty earn a legitimate income.

How It Works

Vendor Model: Vendors buy copies of the magazine upfront for £2.50 and sell them to the public for £5.00, keeping 100% of the profit from their sales. Micro-Enterprise: Rather than receiving a handout, vendors operate as independent micro-entrepreneurs. Support Network: The money collected from wholesale purchases helps fund the production of future editions and provides vendors with wraparound support like financial advice, housing assistance, and training.

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Mission and Impact

Founded: Established in September 1991 by John Bird and Gordon Roddick in response to rising homelessness in the UK. Content: Features award-winning independent journalism, cultural reviews, and high-profile interviews alongside major social justice and poverty-reduction campaigns. Expansion: Inspired similar street paper organizations globally, including The Big Issue Australia.

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