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Love Now Media is amplifying your voice and needs during this election season

Love Now Media, part of the Every Voice, Every Vote coalition, is empowering Philadelphians during the 2023 elections. Backed by a $1.5 million grant from the Lenfest Institute for Journalism, Love Now Media’s Love, Liberty & The Pursuit of Justice initiative focuses on community-centered reporting, pop-up storytelling booths, and impactful conversations on social justice, wellness, and equity. Join the movement at everyvoice-everyvote.org.

January 10, 2023 No Comments

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$190 Million in PA State grants available to support mental health and safety in schools

The School Mental Health & Safety and Security Program Grant Fund deadline extended to 12/31/2022.

December 5, 2022 No Comments

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How Social Pressures Fuel Black Men’s Fear of Vulnerability

Learning to be okay with being vulnerable is essential for Black men in urban communities because it helps them better handle conflict. Instead of turning to violence or unhealthy coping mechanisms, men who can be vulnerable seek peaceful solutions. The safe “Heart of the Story” workshop spaces created by Love Now Media are needed in urban communities.

November 22, 2022 No Comments

Equity

Philly gumball machines dispense poetry and mental health resources

This article was originally published by WHYY, a news partner to Love Now Media. By Peter Crimmins Philadelphia poet Lindo Jones, known as LindoYes, describes

November 16, 2022 No Comments

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Heart of the Story: Finale Celebration Recap

The sold-out event was a culmination of love storytelling workshops presented to more than 80 Philadelphians. Guests enjoyed a a keynote address by Will Toms of REC Philly, reflections from participants, a live musical performance by Verbosity, poetry by Lindo Yes, two panel discussions, music by DJ G33k, and a love storytelling competition with cash prizes.

November 4, 2022 No Comments

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A Business Commitment to Radical Community Support

Syreeta Scott relocated her business four times in a 20-year career that began when the pioneer in natural hair care opened a shop in her mom’s house. Now she’s expanding the horizon through affordable-housing.

October 14, 2022 No Comments

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Youth Sports Initiative Inspires Hope in Camden

In an era where kids are overexposed and learning about life at a faster pace, seeing people who live and look like them doing good things, helps young people see themselves and their city in a positive and promising light.

October 3, 2022 No Comments

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Dear Buddha Baby

September 21, 2022 No Comments

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Press Release: Heart of the Story

PHILADELPHIA, PA (August 22, 2022) – In response to Philadelphia’s communities impacted by gun violence, Love Now Media has launched a new initiative entitled Heart

August 30, 2022 No Comments

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Our Moving Force

The Poet’s Press contributors deliver views of life through a uniquely transparent lens while exploring critical issues connected to wellness, equity and justice.

August 25, 2022 No Comments

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Let’s Mix It Up, Sis: A Cookbook for the Conscious

This is not your traditional cookbook.

August 24, 2022 No Comments

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Call For Stories: The Politics of Play

Call For Stories: Submit your story by August 30th!

August 19, 2022 No Comments

Equity

Thank you, Serena

A father of two tennis players gives his thanks to Serena Williams for her many years of greatness and inspiration in the sport.

August 19, 2022 No Comments

Equity

This Philadelphia teacher helps visually impaired students ‘jump into their greatness’

Two things Sharita Jerkins learned from teaching students with visual impairments are the importance of being more descriptive while teaching and verbalizing every detail of

August 2, 2022 No Comments