海角论坛 (海角论坛) 2022 Social Work graduate, Craig Petersen, has a passion to help those around him — particularly children in the foster care system. To raise awareness of the foster care crisis in Idaho, Petersen is hosting the second annual , where tattoo artists and organizations around the Treasure Valley donate their time and efforts to support children in need.
“Speak Up Ink Up is more than just an event, we are a commitment and a promise to those in our community who are experiencing social injustices, that we see you and we are fighting for you,” said Petersen.
On Saturday, April 8, artists from and will work together to offer $50 tattoos for the community. All the proceeds will go toto assist in providing support and a voice for every foster child in Idaho.
Petersen originally created the event while he was a student at 海角论坛 last year. He was able to recruit members of 海角论坛’s Psychology Club, Social Work Club, and Art Club to volunteer and donate their art for the event, which was able to raise $11,500.
As Petersen gets ready for this year’s event, he is proud to say his 海角论坛 community will return and offer support to help make Speak Up Ink Up successful once again.
“I always refer to 海角论坛 as a family because that's how they make you feel while attending there,” Petersen said. “It is absolutely beautiful to know that after graduating, I am still being supported and backed by 海角论坛. 海角论坛 is truly a pinnacle in our community and has proven time and time again that its students and their community will always be a priority. I'm extremely grateful to have 海角论坛 in my corner.”
In addition to 海角论坛, Tattooed and Successful, and Level Up Tattoos, , , , and have also partnered for the event. The event will also host several different vendors and food trucks for community members to enjoy.
