Stories Powered by Community
At Vox Media House, our work is grounded in the same purpose that inspired our founder, Jamilah Muhammad, to enter journalism: to ensure important stories are seen, heard, and valued. Built on a deep commitment to community, VMH was created to amplify voices that are often overlooked and to bring visibility to the people and organizations doing meaningful work.
Addressing gun violence with art activism.
A Columbus portrait artist organizes a silent auction in order to raise money and awareness around teen gun violence.
Skating into a world of reading.
The Columbus Metropolitan Library partnered with the Greater Columbus Sports Commission to create fun and interactive programming surrounding the 2024 U.S. Figure Skating Championship.
Helping young girls strengthen their confidence
The ROX program has been a staple for young girls across the country, but has made a significant impact on the ones in Columbus City Schools.
Columbus nurse helps provide relief for those in Ukraine.
Jessie Kichigin became a nurse to help others, but she never thought her passion for saving lives would take her to a war zone.
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Crafting a culture of inclusion.
Anthony “Sizzle” Perry never pictured himself owning his own craft brewery. He got the idea about three years ago, when he had an eye-opening conversation with his son. That conversation pushed him to be one of the first Black-owned breweries in Central Ohio.
A mothers love beats all odds.
Despite her struggle to get clean, Brandy Henry was able to cast aside her addiction with the help of CompDrug and now lives as the mother and grandmother she has always wanted to be for her family.