INTO LIGHT: Stories of People who have died from drug overdose/poisoning

Job ID: 37740757

Budget: $99 – $100 USD

We are looking for talented and compassionate writers to weave together more than 20 stories of individuals who tragically lost their lives to drug addiction. These stories are a significant part of the national non-profit INTO LIGHT Project (intolightproject.org), an initiative aimed at raising awareness of the profound impacts of stigma about addiction, while also providing hope, inspiration and education.

The ideal freelancer for this project would have:

- Experience in writing emotive, human-interest stories
- Understanding and sensitivity toward addiction and mental health issues
- Ability to conduct respectful and careful research when needed
- Exceptional storytelling skills that humanize those with substance use disorders

The ultimate goal of these stories is to shed light on the lives overshadowed by addiction, humanizing the individuals and propagating a powerful message of awareness and hope. Sample narratives are available on our website .