Philly Block Captains Hope Cleanups and Care Will Keep Streets Safe from Gun Violence
The City of Philadelphia’s block captain program has existed for 79 years, according to a city spokesperson. It empowers residents to become resource hubs in their neighborhoods, connecting people to needed city services such as property repairs and garbage pickup. Block captains can also apply for block party permits, paint curbs and fences and set up free libraries.
Building Hope in Philadelphia Neighborhoods Under Siege – MindSite News
Former student Jadera Wright walks past the school’s familiar painted logo and flyers for construction apprenticeship programs, AmeriCorps assignments and notices for licensing tests. Wright, a recent YouthBuild Philly graduate who is currently working in security, smiles as she greets former classmates and people like the school’s lead social worker, Samantha Cranford, or Miss Sam as she’s known to her students.
Love Now Media’s Poet’s Press Call for Poetry
Submit your original, unpublished poetry to Love Now Media’s Poet’s Press on the theme ‘Peace In Perspective.’ Explore local and global news through creative expression, addressing issues of peace, community, and wellness. Selected poets will be compensated $150-$500 and featured in Love Now Magazine, amplifying your voice on justice and community matters.
Empathy As Art: A Conversation on Disability with ‘The Cost of Living’ Cast
“The Cost of Living,” a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Martyna Majok, explores the depth of relationships between disabled and nondisabled individuals. Directed by Jeffrey L. Page, the rehearsal process included a groundbreaking discussion involving the cast, crew, disability advocates, caregivers, and policymakers.
Journalism’s next disruptor: Love
In their own words, Love Now Media is “on a mission to help create a more just, well, and equitable future by amplifying acts of love at the intersection of social justice, wellness, and equity.” You might be rolling your eyes here thinking: “This doesn’t sound like journalism.” Jos is used to that response, and she understands it. After all, disruptors tend not to be invited into the fold. But it hasn’t stopped her from finding people, foundations, and communities to support her growing media empire.
World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia Embarks on New Era with Thomas Young at the Helm
By strengthening the support for minority businesses and enhancing the city’s infrastructure, Young envisions Philadelphia not just as a participant but as a leader in international dialogue. The city will be poised to offer its businesses the world’s stage – thereby giving access, opportunity, and empowerment for a more inclusive and interconnected global economy.
PA 211 Helpline: An Under-Sourced “Resource” for Returning Citizens
Explore how PA 211 Helpline by United Way supports returning citizens in Philadelphia, providing reentry resources 24/7. Uncover the challenges faced by those leaving prison and the need for inclusive community support. Learn about the initiative’s potential to reduce recidivism and uplift individuals after incarceration.
How Philadelphia Artist Seraiah Nicole is Embracing the Soft Life
Discover how Philadelphia artist Seraiah Nicole embraces the “soft life” in a candid conversation with Love Now Media. Uncover her strategies for combating career pressures, embracing presence over grind, and incorporating affirmations and style into her creative routines. Join the journey at www.seraiahnicole.com.
Black Reverence Chair, a Ritual for Joy and Affirmation
Explore the transformative ritual of the Black Reverence Chair, a gathering fostering joy and affirmation amid the trauma of state-sanctioned anti-Black violence. Learn about its origins, the power of celebratory witness, and the creation of an energetic archive to counter narratives of brutality. Join the movement for healing and communal celebration.
DecolonizePhilly’s ‘Fight for A Land Revolution’ at WURD Radio’s ecoFEST
Explore the fusion of community and activism at WURD Radio’s ecoFEST, a celebration of environmental justice. Learn about DecolonizePhilly’s ‘Fight for A Land Revolution,’ advocating for land reform and addressing systemic disparities. Anchored in love and resilience, ecoFEST is a transformative movement redefining narratives for Black and Brown communities in the era of climate change and societal injustices.
