purpose
Sep. 4, 2018 7:12 am
As easy as riding a bike: Why safer streets for cyclists mean safer streets for all
Columnist Akeem Dixon chats with the Bicycle Coalition Greater Philadelphia's Randy LoBasso about the nonprofit's latest advocacy efforts and how the nonprofit has worked to engage communities.
people
May 30, 2017 11:18 am
Why Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is advocating for protected bike lanes
It's about creating a "cultural barrier" as well as increasing safety, as Communications Manager Randy LoBasso explains in his "Around the Corner" interview.
people
Nov. 22, 2016 10:56 am
Yasmine Mustafa was just named one of BBC’s 100 Women 2016
The latest in a string of awards and recognitions for the ROAR for Good cofounder — even though the company hasn't brought its public safety product to market yet.
funding
Nov. 21, 2016 10:48 am
GlaxoSmithKline just awarded 10 Philly nonprofits $40K each
Youth sports, safety, housing and community health were the areas of interest this year for the healthcare company.
purpose
Nov. 8, 2016 7:25 am
MSNBC takes a long look at the cycle of poverty in Philadelphia
The network's Geography of Poverty series reports on how the criminal justice system has kept many Philadelphians trapped in the cycle of poverty.
method
Apr. 30, 2015 12:45 pm
Find Out How City Council is Addressing Key Business Issues
On Wednesday, May 6, join the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce to hear select City Council members give updates on key issues that affect the regional business community. Councilman Bobby Henon, 6th District; Majority Leader Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr., 4th District; and Councilwoman Maria Quinones Sanchez, 7th District, will be at the Executive Forum: Update […]
purpose
May 28, 2014 12:03 pm
ROAR for Good aims to reduce sexual assault through fashionable safety accessories
ROAR, founded by entrepreneur Yasmine Mustafa and still in development, will be a jewelry line of safety accessories embedded with a high-pitched alarm and intense light.
method
Dec. 2, 2013 9:00 am
Event: WHYY’s What Makes Schools Safe?
In the year since the Sandy Hook shooting, controversy over gun laws and the nation’s mental health system has continued to be a national debate. On December 7th, WHYY looks to continue the community dialogue around the question, “How do we make our schools safe again?” in an event held at the University of Delaware’s Wilmington Campus. […]
purpose
Aug. 30, 2013 11:40 am
Biking in the City: Philadelphia Weekly Sparks Conversation on the Struggle Between Bikes vs. Cars
For anyone who's part of the nearly 2 percent of Philadelphians who regularly bike, you know it's an adventure to say the least. Motorists, pedestrians, buses, potholes, and the unexpected surprises can make a daily commute feel more like a game of Frogger.
results
Aug. 22, 2013 3:45 pm
Philadelphia Children’s Alliance to Open Central Location
After over 20 years of working with children who have been the victim of sexual abuse, the Philadelphia Children's Alliance is getting a central location.