Jenny Roberts graduated from Temple University with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism in 2018 before doing a year of service as an English tutor with City Year Philadelphia. She is particularly interested in writing about the arts, education, immigration and politics.
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Nov. 4, 2021 4:35 pm
Stomping Grounds Café celebrates ‘magic’ of coffee in West Philadelphia
Students from YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School learn about the history of coffee and are trained as baristas.
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Oct. 20, 2021 12:52 pm
Local nonprofit leaders decry Texas abortion ban, reflect on reproductive justice in PA
With its passage, S.B. 8 became the most restrictive abortion law in the U.S. And as its fate hangs in the balance, advocates have stepped up the fight to safeguard reproductive rights.
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Sep. 29, 2021 1:24 pm
Fairhill residents discuss priorities for Mann & Rivera centers at ‘Community Data Jams’
Residents came together after a summer of storytelling events to reflect on their values and brainstorm future recreational programming.
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Sep. 10, 2021 10:55 am
Andy Toy becomes policy director at PACDC
Toy has newly transitioned to his role after more than five years with SEAMAAC and decades of working on community development.
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Sep. 3, 2021 1:17 pm
‘Germantown Neighbors’ share personal stories and reflect on gentrification
In this portrait project, photojournalist Hannah Yoon documents her neighborhood’s history.
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Jun. 1, 2021 10:53 am
Residents will explore ‘Places of Power’ in Norris Square
What if 360 camera technology, augmented and virtual reality — which were developed for commercial use — could be a platform for community storytelling? That's what filmmaker Anula Shetty and members of Norris Square's community gardens are documenting.
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May 27, 2021 9:50 am
Girls Rock Philly will change its name to center trans identities
GRP will host summer events for community members to discuss what a more equitable name could be for the nonprofit.
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May 4, 2021 2:59 pm
Next five months are urgent for arts and culture organizations trying to stay afloat
The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance recently released the COVID-19 Economic Impact Survey, which analyzes how the arts and culture sector has fared during the pandemic.
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Apr. 22, 2021 11:03 am
Campaign for Working Families receives $1 million to help city residents file taxes
CWF will focus its efforts in North Philadelphia and partner with three other organizations to offer financial services.
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Dec. 18, 2020 8:45 am
New perspectives, new resources: Business on Board trains future board members
The Arts + Business Council for Greater Philadelphia’s leadership development program is accepting applications for its upcoming cycle through the end of this month.
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