Passing Down the Pen: 19th News Fellows Meet with Queen Mother Falaka Fattah
Like her ancestor, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, Queen Mother Falaka Fattah has connected the two Black Press traditions of informing and advocating.
Community Stakeholders and PA State Reps Drive Change to Ensure Safety for Black Mothers
In 2019, when Cleopatra Robinson lost her best friend, LaShana ‘Shana’ Gilmore, she never imagined that six years later, she’d lead a fast-growing non-profit foundation while preparing to open her first home for pregnant women.
3 Philly Organizers Building ‘Community Refuge’ During Trump’s Second Term
Love Now Media spoke with Christopher R. Rogers of Abolition School, Van Sam of VietUnity, and Keyssh Datts of Decolonize Philly about their ongoing work fighting for community and liberation.
It Starts with Us: Bringing Financial Literacy and Other Reentry Resources to the Community
For our city to see a change in recidivism, I believe it starts with those who have changed their ways and are using their time to pour into the community.
How to Start Making Change With Those You’d Rather Cancel
Loretta Ross shares her ideas on how to engage in “calling in,” instead of “calling out,” within social justice movements.
Poet’s Press: Remember Me Today
“Remember Me Today” is a poem written by poet and performer Chioma Sheri.
How to apply for ‘Shark Tank’ season 17 in Philly, and 5 success stories to inspire your pitch
Shark Tank is coming to Philadelphia, and your company could be the next local startup to walk away with a deal. The show will be at Rivers Casino on April 11 for a casting call open to the general public.
‘BeLoved Stories’ in four acts. Love Now Media goes live with culture conversations on love.
Invoking what was something like a spiritual framework of King, Love Now Media held a four-session live-stream to capture complex narratives around power, love and justice. The talks—interspersed between music and artistic performances—covered activism and intimacy to faith and politics.
Poet’s Press: The Checklist
“The Checklist” is a poem written by musician, poet and artist Chris Niles.
Legacy & Love explores generational impact for Black History Month
Titled “Legacy & Love,” this new series runs in tune with the month’s theme—African Americans and Labor—and highlights four different businesses and celebrates the impact of their generational run.