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Lexi McMenamin

Lexi McMenamin is a writer from Philadelphia currently living in Germantown. She also writes for Teen Vogue. Her other passions include community organizing, getting into arguments about why Philly is the best city, and Twin Peaks.

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What’s Simran Sidhu up to? feature

Mar. 30, 2018 1:24 pm

What’s Simran Sidhu up to?

The former head of YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is now building The HIVE, a social enterprise meant to increase opportunity for Philly's youth.
Markita Morris-Louis’ success strategy for women in leadership feature

Feb. 27, 2018 1:18 pm

Markita Morris-Louis’ success strategy for women in leadership

For one, have a personal and professional "board of directors," recommends Clarifi's SVP of community affairs and general counsel.
There’s a better way to think about hiring (and keeping) a diverse staff feature

Jan. 31, 2018 12:45 pm

There’s a better way to think about hiring (and keeping) a diverse staff

You know your organization can do better. Now, how to get there? Equal Measure's leadership explains four ways to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion are more than buzzwords.
A new SNAP form for Pennsylvania seniors got 50% more applications — but it’s not enough feature

Dec. 6, 2017 11:50 am

A new SNAP form for Pennsylvania seniors got 50% more applications — but it’s not enough

It's now a lot easier for older adults and those receiving disability benefits to apply for food assistance. Why aren't more of them doing it?
Penn’s inaugural Calvin Bland Fellows are tackling health disparities for men and boys of color feature

Sep. 29, 2017 12:25 pm

Penn’s inaugural Calvin Bland Fellows are tackling health disparities for men and boys of color

The fellowship is a collaboration between the Graduate School of Education, School of Social Policy and Practice and Penn Nursing. The three researchers were selected for their work with marginalized communities.