Hacking the Holidays: Getting Involved with Mutual Aid
The principle of mutual aid is not complicated. Our communities contain a remarkable and often overlooked superpower. That is, each of us has something to give and also something to receive, not for charitable or virtuous purposes, but because the power to support and uplift one another is within our control.
Bunmi Samuel Rewrites Resilience
Bunmi Samuel wants you to know that he is doing just fine. Ten years after a 15,000 ft skydiving fall, he is certain that this moment is his: “I am who I say I am. What I said I was going to do, I’ve done. Something tragic didn’t destroy me. I’m better than I’ve ever been.”
Seeking Solutions to Youth Houselessness
It’s easy to write off houselessness as a self-induced result of “laziness” or “addiction” because it doesn’t force us to confront our biases.
Are digital navigators the answer to closing Philadelphia’s tech gap?
As progress inches forward, advocates in the digital equity space agree that navigators play a crucial role in improving access in daily life. Others question if the model is a temporary band-aid, pushing off larger systemic change.
Love Now Live: A Night of Healing
This night not only highlighted the magazine’s theme of ‘Healing’ but also served as a reminder of the weight of nurturing our mental and emotional wellness. As Ayana and Ayinké harmonized to the digital scene of a strikingly orange moon, we reflected and reckoned with the challenges and triumphs of this past year.
Making Love: Hacking the Holidays with Hard Conversations
What if we used this holiday season to do something truly transformative and rooted in love? What if we pushed beyond surface-level pleasantries and tackled the conversations we usually avoid? This year, I’m inviting you to “hack” the holidays by leaning into one of the hardest—and most necessary topics— money.
In Memoriam: Judith Jamison
In honor of the legendary Judith Jamison, we dedicate this article of remembrance to her legacy.
Peoplehood’s Return to West Philadelphia Inspires Hope and Fosters Resilience
Amidst the puppets, art installations, and banners, the spirit of community love filled the park, casting a warm glow over the gathering. The air was alive with excitement, showcasing the unity and creativity of the Greater Philadelphia area.
The Revolution Continues: Tyler Fauntleroy Brings History, Hip-Hop, and Hope to the Hamilton National Tour
In the titular role of Hamilton, Tyler Fauntleroy is a storyteller with a mission. “We’re all citizens going through this together. The cast feels it, too. We’re metabolizing what’s happening in the world, and that energy makes it into the performance.” In this, the production promises to be more than just an evening’s entertainment – it’s a chance to witness history and embody the joy, camaraderie, and collective power that live theater can offer its audiences.
Love Now Media Partners with Women’s Way to Launch the Beyond the Razor Wire Fence Podcast
In partnership with Women’s Way, Love Now Media is proud to announce the launch of Beyond the Razor Wire Fence, now available across all podcast platforms.
