Vendors such as Dave S. and Mick F. along with WSE workers Justin and Annemarie (pictured) will be participating again this year. While many more, such as Rachel T., will be participating for the first time.
While providing work opportunities, one of the biggest impacts The Big Issue has is also overcoming marginalisation. Many people who suffer with homelessness and disadvantage also suffer from a sense of marginalisation; they might not feel as connected to the broader community as a result. Through working and regular interaction with the community they are able to overcome this sense of marginalisation.
For those from The Big Issue who participated in last year’s City 2 Surf it was more than just a fun day and fundraising. It was an invaluable event that helped them further overcome marginalisation.
Through the amazing support from people in the local community they were able to see that their hard work was being recognised and that they were valuable members of the community. Many participants saw their fundraising goals smashed as we were able to raise a record amount for The Big Issue, an organisation that has helped them change their lives. It was a life changing event for many last year and we hope to repeat it.
