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May 26, 2016 9:08 am
These people and orgs went home with 2016 Arts + Biz Council awards
Ed Rendell, Black Thought, Blackstar Film Festival, Dave Gloss and more were recognized at the 31st annual Arts + Business Council Awards Celebration.
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May 25, 2016 3:24 pm
Drexel’s Center for Hunger-Free Communities just published a study on childhood food insecurity and trauma
Children who are experiencing potentially traumatic events such as abuse or the incarceration of a parent are more likely to live in food-insecure households.
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May 25, 2016 12:44 pm
Moving On: Neighborhood Bike Works ED Erin DeCou
NBW's leadership transition has been an intensely collaborative process. Here, DeCou shares her words of wisdom for other leaders looking to exit gracefully.
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May 25, 2016 9:08 am
How Bethesda Project is measuring its impact on homelessness
The "last resort" nonprofit uses some interesting metrics to measure the impact of its three-pronged approach.
people
May 24, 2016 3:31 pm
Two Wharton social entrepreneurs just got a Fast Company nod
Miranda Wang and Jeanny Yao developed a kind of bacteria that can eat plastic waste and are winning all kinds of awards for it.
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May 24, 2016 12:40 pm
7 things you should know about homelessness in Philly
For one — veteran homelessness has not ended, no matter what our former mayor says.
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May 24, 2016 9:23 am
Why this local risk consultant is helping Muslim students connect with mentors
It all started with an unknowingly insensitive comment from a college professor.
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May 23, 2016 3:36 pm
You should pay your interns
Women Bike PHL has a campaign going on now to fund its summer intern’s pay. Here’s why that matters.
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May 23, 2016 12:33 pm
Arts + Biz Council is honoring two Philly legends tomorrow
Former Gov. Ed Rendell and The Roots' frontman Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter will be receiving awards for their contributions to art and culture.
people
May 23, 2016 10:07 am
Nominations are now open for the first SustainPHL Awards
The "celebration of sustainability visionaries to unsung heroes making a difference in their communities" will be hosted by Green Philly Blog on Thursday, Aug. 18.