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Restoration

Organizers Speak on the Importance of Solidarity and People Power Behind Saving Chinatown

In December, Philadelphia City Council voted 12-4 to approve 76 Place after arresting dozens of protesters. But as Debbie predicted, arena opponents vowed to continue the fight despite legislative approval. The very next day, a two-story banner proclaiming “76 Place Will Never Be Built: Stop Land Grabs, from Philly to Palestine” was deployed off of a downtown parking garage. Just over three weeks later, that declaration—and Debbie—would be proven true.

January 16, 2025 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

From Pain to Prosperity: How to Overcome Money Trauma

As with all traumas, money trauma runs deep, and we are often unaware that we
have it. We might say that we have money problems, but not money trauma, which forms when we take on the beliefs that others have about money. We might have heard from others that money is evil or that you must work hard for money, and that becomes our belief (often, a belief that goes unchecked).

January 13, 2025 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter: A Portrait of a Saviour

Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter, also known as Isis Tha Savior, creates work that exemplifies the transformative power of art. Her commitment to confronting uncomfortable truths serves as a powerful reminder that the journey of healing, while often fraught with challenges, can lead to profound understanding. As she continues to amplify marginalized voices, she reminds us that art is not just a conversation starter; it’s a catalyst for action and a pathway to justice.

January 10, 2025 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

Taj Murdock: A Quiet Courage

Spending a day with Taj, hearing his story, and witnessing his work, it was clear that he embodies the men and mentors who once helped him heal. He is an uncle, a father, and a Man of Courage for the boys he mentors. He reflects power, faith, and the possibility of something greater: a roaring lion with a gentle soul.

January 6, 2025 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

How To: Explore the Benefits of Therapy and Find the Right Therapist for You

Finding the right therapist is essential for therapy to be effective. As with any meaningful relationship, the therapeutic bond requires trust, understanding, and a shared commitment to your well-being.

January 5, 2025 No Comments

News

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.

December 26, 2024 No Comments

Equity

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.”

December 20, 2024 No Comments

Every Voice Every Vote

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.

December 18, 2024 No Comments

News

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.

December 13, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

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.

December 12, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

Embrace Healing at Love Now Live!

Every artist gracing the Fringe stage is featured in Love Now Magazine’s Winter 2024 issue, with the theme: HEALING. Every story in the issue is an account of transformation and wellness from some of the city’s most inspiring figures: Taj Murdock, Victoria Best, and Vashti Dubois, to name a few. You’ll receive a complimentary copy with your ticket so that you can take the inspiration home with you.

December 4, 2024 No Comments

Editorial

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.

November 27, 2024 No Comments

Editorial

In Memoriam: Judith Jamison

In honor of the legendary Judith Jamison, we dedicate this article of remembrance to her legacy.

November 27, 2024 No Comments

Social Justice

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.

November 15, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

Kristal Bush on Freedom and #FreeMyWeedman

Bush sees herself as a disrupter and change agent. “I create movement in community for people who are voiceless,” she says, “but it all comes from the grassroots.” For Bush, the ability to shift to fill the needs of those in her community is freedom. She believes that education and the respect it brings is freedom.

November 8, 2024 No Comments

Every Voice Every Vote

What is an Auditor General and Why Should We Care?

Auditing across the state helps to ensure our tax dollars are spent efficiently, an issue brought up by Philadelphia citizens in interviews outside City Hall by Love Now Media’s team of youth reporters. “I pay a lot of taxes,” said Raheem.

November 2, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

The Syphax Freedom Fairytale

Together, they remind us that the best things in life come in their own time—love and success come with hard work. Tracey and Cheri Syphax do not take for granted that they get to enjoy the freedom they’ve earned along the way. Instead, like everything else, they share it.

November 1, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

An Uphill Climb to Prosperity: The Journey of a Returning Mother

A wise poet once wrote, “life for me ain’t been no crystal stair.” This could not be truer for a person who is justice-impacted. As a mother returning from incarceration, life is full of bumps, cracks, and splinters on stairs that bruise as they knock me down one step for every two steps that I climb. My journey from incarceration to stability has been a roller coaster ride since I returned to society nearly two decades ago.

October 29, 2024 No Comments

Love Now Magazine

Philly’s Motivation: A Source of Pride and Resilience in Philadelphia

Williams utilized his hardships as tools for success and grew a thriving social media platform known as Philly’s Motivation, posting 60-second videos that make people smile, whether through “a prayer or inspiring someone through grief, suicidal thoughts, or depression,” said Williams.
His messages were like little love notes to the community, spreading hope and optimism in challenging times.

October 25, 2024 No Comments

News

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.

October 24, 2024 No Comments

Every Voice Every Vote

Yes, and?: Philadelphia’s Gen Z Voters aren’t taking just “Yes” for an answer

For young people entering their first or second election cycle, it can be easy to miss the hard work being done to address the day-to-day issues Americans are facing when its opposite is dominating the media.The importance of optimism in young voters is not something that can be understated, arguably, because their support is some of the most needed.

October 23, 2024 No Comments