Internship: Make the Difference

# MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

## A Global Publication For The People

*Connecting Purpose-Driven Stories Across Communities Worldwide*

### EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

In a world starved for authentic connection, meaningful purpose, and transformative leadership, **Make The Difference** emerges as a revolutionary global publication designed to illuminate the extraordinary within everyday journeys. Founded on the core principles of Voice Up Publishing—collaboration, humility, precision, patience, and empathy—this quarterly publication transcends traditional media by creating a global platform where diverse voices converge to share stories of purpose, mental health, faith, leadership, and community impact.

**Make The Difference** is not merely a magazine; it's a movement. With each issue, we create a tapestry of human experience that demonstrates how individual purpose, when discovered and embraced, creates ripples of positive change throughout communities worldwide. Through carefully curated personal narratives, expert insights, and actionable wisdom, we bridge divides between cultures, generations, and perspectives—revealing the common threads of purpose that unite humanity across all boundaries.

Our distinctive approach balances profound depth with practical application. Readers don't just consume inspiring content; they engage with transformative ideas that catalyze their own purpose journeys. Each section has been thoughtfully designed to guide readers through a comprehensive exploration of purpose—from taking that crucial first step toward positive change to navigating life's critical decision points, from reconnecting with historical roots to imagining innovative futures.

The publication culminates annually in the **Global Stories of Purpose Conference** hosted at Oklahoma Wildcats Academy, where contributors, readers, and purpose seekers from around the world gather to share narratives that inspire action. This living extension of the publication transforms written words into human connections, creating a global community unified by the pursuit of purpose-driven lives.

### PUBLICATION STRUCTURE

**The Big Give** - An introduction from our Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Voice Up Publishing Incorporated, setting the thematic direction for each issue while demonstrating how vulnerability and authentic leadership create space for collective growth.

**That First Step** - Practical guidance and encouragement for readers beginning their journey toward positive change, featuring stories of individuals who overcame inertia to initiate meaningful transformation.

**Purpose** - Compelling personal narratives revealing the diverse pathways through which individuals discover their unique purpose, illustrating that purpose emerges through both extraordinary and seemingly ordinary experiences.

**Joy** - A global mosaic of stories showcasing how people across cultures and circumstances find and create joy, demonstrating that authentic happiness often emerges from purpose alignment rather than external achievement.

**Tree of Life** - Exploration of pivotal decision points that shape personal and community trajectories, offering wisdom for navigating life's crossroads with purpose-driven intentionality.

**From the Root** - Investigations into family, community, and neighborhood histories that reveal how understanding our origins illuminates our purpose and connects individual journeys to broader human stories.

**For the Route** - Innovative ideas designed to inspire positive change within local communities, providing practical frameworks for purpose-driven action that transforms environments.

**My Health** - Authentic conversations about mental and behavioral health from diverse perspectives, destigmatizing wellness challenges while providing holistic approaches to thriving.

**With You** - A collaborative space highlighting innovative ideas seeking partners, inviting readers to connect with purpose-aligned opportunities for collective impact.

### OPEN CALL FOR CONTRIBUTORS

**Make The Difference** invites purpose-driven voices from across the globe to contribute to our quarterly publication. We seek authentic storytellers, thoughtful experts, and passionate change-makers whose experiences and insights illuminate aspects of purpose, mental health, faith, leadership, and community.

**What We're Looking For:**

- Personal narratives that reveal the messy, beautiful journey of purpose discovery

- Practical wisdom for navigating life's challenges through purpose-aligned decisions

- Cultural perspectives that expand our understanding of purpose across diverse contexts

- Innovative approaches to community transformation and mental health support

- Visual storytelling that captures purpose moments through photography and art

- Research-informed insights that bridge academic knowledge with practical application

**Submission Guidelines:**

- Articles should range from 800-2,000 words, depending on section and topic

- Visual submissions should include 5-10 high-resolution images with contextual descriptions

- All submissions must demonstrate authenticity, vulnerability, and respect for diverse perspectives

- Contributors should submit at least one piece per quarter to maintain consistent voice

- First-time contributors should include a brief personal statement about their purpose journey

**Benefits of Contributing:**

- Global platform reaching purpose-driven readers across continents

- Opportunity to present at the annual Global Stories of Purpose Conference

- Connection to a community of like-minded contributors and change-makers

- Professional editorial support to strengthen your unique voice

- Potential feature in specialized collections and themed special editions

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Share Your Story - Apply Today

**Submit your pitch or completed piece to info@ellingtonbooks.com with "Quarterly Submission" in the subject line.**

### OUR VISION

**Make The Difference** envisions a world where every person recognizes and pursues their unique purpose, creating communities characterized by mental wellness, authentic faith, servant leadership, and meaningful connection. We believe that by amplifying diverse stories of purpose discovery and fulfillment, we can inspire a global movement of individuals who make tangible differences in their spheres of influence.

The publication serves as both mirror and window—reflecting readers' own purpose journeys while opening views into others' experiences. Through this dual function, we create a global conversation about purpose that transcends artificial divides and reveals our shared humanity.

As we grow, **Make The Difference** will expand beyond print and digital media to include podcasts, documentary series, local purpose gatherings, and specialized resources for educational and organizational settings. The annual Global Stories of Purpose Conference at Oklahoma Wildcats Academy will serve as the physical manifestation of our virtual community—a place where purpose stories come alive through face-to-face connection and collaborative visioning.

Join us in creating a publication that doesn't just document the world, but transforms it—one purpose story at a time.

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*Make The Difference is an initiative of Voice Up Publishing Incorporated, founded on the principles of collaboration, humility, precision, patience, and empathy. We are committed to amplifying diverse voices that illuminate pathways to purpose and creating platforms where authentic stories inspire positive change.*