Amid Grief in Germantown, The Wissahickon Endures as a Place of Comfort and Connection

In a moment when grief has touched the Germantown community, their story reminds us how nature can hold space for healing. Through shared miles and memories, these walkers have weathered loss, celebrated milestones, and carried one another through illness, aging, and mourning. The Wissahickon remains more than a park to them — it is a...

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This is What Freedom Looks Like: A Juneteenth Photo Essay

Photos by Azella Gardens. This past Sunday, Philly held its annual Juneteenth parade in West Philly.

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Love Now Magazine

Love Now Magazine is a celebration of love, power and beauty. Each issue features uplifting narratives, luminous visuals, lessons on love, money, faith, and healing that lead to seeing ourselves bold, brilliant, and whole.

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Applications are now open for the 2023 Philadelphia Media Founders Exchange

Apply now for the 2023 Philadelphia Media Founders Exchange! This community-focused accelerator empowers BIPOC news entrepreneurs through training, coaching, and grant funding. Join to ensure sustainable business growth on your own terms. Supported by The Lenfest Institute, Knight-Lenfest Local News Transformation Fund, and Independence Public Media Foundation.

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What does it mean to thrive as a young Black man in Philly? On community, legacy building and generational wealth

Uncover the inspiring stories of young Black men in Philadelphia navigating challenges, building legacies, and pursuing generational wealth. Explore their educational journeys, impactful careers, and narratives of resilience, all backed by a strong sense of community. Dive into tales of success, highlighting their determination to create positive change within the Black community.

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How to get involved in Philly’s 2023 MLK Day of Service

Hundreds of thousands of volunteers across the U.S. mark Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with acts of service, and Philadelphia is home to the largest MLK Day event in the country. Check out the many places you can go to get involved, from gun violence prevention projects to educational symposiums and nature conservation, to exploring volunteer opportunities addressing diverse community needs. Join the largest MLK Day event in the U.S. and make a positive impact in Philadelphia.

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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.

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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.

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