purpose
Sep. 9, 2016 12:55 pm
What we’re really saying when we talk about social change
We demand it in times of civil unrest, but what can contemporary social change look like in — specifically for urban communities of color? A few local leaders break through the ambiguity.
method
Sep. 7, 2016 12:44 pm
This Chester County fund is taking a stand for local women
In the Greater Philadelphia region, we need as many women-minded funding orgs as possible, and we need them to work together.
purpose
Aug. 30, 2016 8:52 am
This hot weather is fuel on a fiery political climate
Science tells us the world is getting warmer. It also tells us heat makes humans irritable. It's not the most conducive formula for a nation engulfed by discontent.
results
Aug. 22, 2016 3:03 pm
This Penn study reveals more bad news about the impacts of time spent incarcerated
Can't make bail? That's time in jail before your trial — and a 30 percent higher chance of committing a more serious felony upon release.
people
Aug. 22, 2016 10:52 am
Saleem Chapman’s SustainPHL speech will pick you up if you’re feeling low
"What our path for equality demands is that we do not simply look at the way the world is and why, but that we look at the way the world should be and ask why not?"
purpose
Aug. 16, 2016 3:15 pm
Theatre in the X is taking on ‘the current state of the Black community’
The group serves theatre professionals of color and offers free performances in West Philadelphia's Malcolm X Park.
method
Aug. 15, 2016 10:50 am
Here’s the role Philly can play in getting the federal Equality Act passed
Philadelphians "need to remain steadfast in our advocacy that LGBT rights overall are human rights," said Nellie Fitzpatrick, director of the city's Office of LGBT Affairs.
people
Aug. 11, 2016 12:45 pm
Urban Creators cofounder Alex Epstein is a national finalist for this social innovation fellowship
The 25-year old social entrepreneur is one of 11 finalists for the Bluhm/Helfand Social Innovation Fellowship in Chicago.
purpose
Jul. 29, 2016 12:58 pm
How the Free Library’s social justice librarians are supporting #BlackLivesMatter
Librarians began sourcing books, websites, blog posts and images to help interested parties explore Black culture after the shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile.
people
Jul. 28, 2016 11:32 am
10 ideas from local leaders that might move criminal justice reform forward
Five local leaders (and then some) got together to talk about how we should start rethinking what crime and punishment should look like at a DNC event hosted by The Atlantic.