people
Feb. 14, 2019 10:31 am
My Philly Neighbor: Why Hestonville’s Juanita Acree encourages civic engagement
The community leader organizes block parties, feeds the hungry and encourages neighbors to register to vote.
people
Feb. 7, 2019 5:05 pm
My Philly Neighbor: Meet Germantown civic leader Marie-Monique Marthol
In this first edition of a Broke in Philly-adjacent reporting series about unsung community leaders, the Pomona Cherokee Civic Council's president describes people as the neighborhood's greatest resource.
purpose
Jan. 9, 2019 4:02 pm
Philly needs new voting machines. Here’s why the buying process must be kept transparent
"As a city, we must prioritize public input," opines Jennifer Devor, a local committeperson and candidate for city commissioner.
results
Oct. 15, 2018 7:21 am
5 community engagement lessons from the completed Philadelphia2035 plan
Philadelphia City Planning Commission's director of community planning, Laura Spina, on how the comprehensive plan for the city’s development was formed over eight years and more than 100 public meetings.
purpose
Sep. 21, 2018 12:00 pm
A new voter registration initiative aims to get Philly high school students to the polls on Nov. 6
The City of Philadelphia's Office of Youth Engagement and the Urban League of Philadelphia are visiting three schools on Sept. 25, National Voter Registration Day.
method
Sep. 19, 2018 12:45 pm
Al-Bustan is growing a pocket park on 40th Street with the help of a diverse community
The Arab arts and culture nonprofit is leading the development of a lot between Ludlow and Chestnut streets to create an inviting space for anyone and everyone via public events, cultural programming and art making.
purpose
Sep. 19, 2018 10:46 am
10 ways to get civically engaged at State of Young Philly 2018
Here are our picks for each day of Young Involved Philadelphia's annual volunteering and education series, which returns this year Oct. 11 through 20.
results
Jul. 17, 2018 1:51 pm
The Village of Arts and Humanities turned recorded interviews into a civic engagement tool
"Home Court: The Hartranft Basketball Revival," an art exhibit celebrating the renovation of a North Philadelphia neighborhood's courts, includes interviews with community members about their collective past, present and future.
purpose
Jun. 26, 2018 12:44 pm
5 LGBTQ nonprofits in Philly that need volunteers right now
Here's how to support Philadelphia FIGHT, Mazzoni Center, Attic Youth Center, William Way LGBT Community Center and Independence Business Alliance.
purpose
Jun. 5, 2018 9:01 am
This national civic accelerator for progressives is coming to Philadelphia
The Arena's next summit aims to convene 1,000 people this September to hear from political pros and learn the ins and outs of running for office.