Income and Wages
The FTC’s proposed ban of noncompete clauses would help low-wage workers
“Janeci Suarez-Martinez faced a $12K lawsuit after following her client to a new home-care agency.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Month: March 2023
Finance
People with criminal records face barriers getting loans. A new fund wants to fix that for Philly residents
“The Fountain Fund has just launched in Philly hoping to alleviate barriers to access to capital for returning citizens.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Income and Wages
Mariposa Food Co-op’s union employees are trying to unseat CEO
“At Mariposa Food Co-op, union members are taking organizing up a notch by trying to unseat their CEO.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Income and Wages
Fair Chance Hiring Initiative in Philadelphia hopes to lower recidivism, provide employment for previously incarcerated
“People who were in prison, on parole or probation in the last seven years are eligible for this program.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Housing
Housing voucher discrimination widespread in Philly. Renters need more resources, advocates say
“City Council members are considering what Philadelphia can do to prevent housing discrimination against tenants who have what are commonly known as Section 8 vouchers.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Latest
How to testify in the Philadelphia Water Department water rate increase hearing
“The increase would translate into an extra $14 per month for the typical household.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Latest
SEPTA expands employer-provided transit pass program, Key Advantage
“SEPTA is opening the zero-fare pass program to any business or institution that wants to offer employees an incentive to take transit — at no cost to the workers.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Health
Philadelphia is piloting a guaranteed income program to reduce rates of infant mortality
“The funds given to mothers will come with no-strings-attached, according to the city. Interested participants will also be offered financial counseling, lactation support, and doulas.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Income and Wages
Philadelphia small business grant: Quality Job Program provides $5,000 for each new full-time hire
“Receive $5,000 for each new full-time hire when all employees receive a living wage, health benefits and paid sick leave.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Events
LIHEAPalooza: Philly resource fair offers utility bill help
“Philadelphians struggling to pay their utility bills can learn how to lower them at a resource fair in South Philly Friday.” From: WHYY (Read more.)