Transportation
Jim Kenney pitches free SEPTA for Philly employees, people in poverty
The proposal follows similar programs put in place by some of the region’s largest employers. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Month: March 2023
Community and Family
Philly is getting better street lights, free WiFi as part of the city’s budgeting for racial equity plan.
It’s too early to know whether Philadelphia’s approach will be effective in combating the city’s deeply entrenched race disparities. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Community and Family
We Buy Houses. You Lose Out.
According to a new report by Drexel Metro Finance, investors prey on homeowners in distressed communities. That could mean hundreds of millions of dollars lost citywide. | From: The Philadelphia Citizen (Read more.)
Income and Wages
Summer jobs: McPherson Square Library is hosting a job fair for teens on April 13
“More than 25 organizations will fill McPherson Square Park this April, ready with summer job opportunities for teens.” From: Kensington Voice (Read more.)
Health
Kensington’s Walgreens is closing, reducing the neighborhood’s access to medication and groceries
“The pharmacy chain will be the latest corporation to close a store on the neighborhood’s main corridors. In January, Dollar General closed its Kensington location three blocks east of Walgreens on Allegheny Avenue.” From: Kensington Voice (Read more.)
Education
TeenSHARP prepares the next generation of leaders
“Atnre Alleyne and Tatiana Poladko Alleyne prepare Black, Latino, and low-income students for top colleges and community-centered leadership.” From: AL DIA (Read more.)
Community and Family
Not just for ‘the white guy in Lycra’: E-bikes are gaining popularity in Philly’s low-income communities of color
As Indego, the city’s bike share program, builds more and more stations across Philadelphia, Tonetta Graham is thrilled to see more bikes in her Strawberry Mansion neighborhood. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Community and Family
From Disenfranchisement To Empowerment: Uplifting Neighborhoods
Community Development Financial Institutions promote financial inclusion and economic development in communities that suffer from neglect and disinvestment. They focus on social responsibility and inclusion. | From: Generocity Philly (Read more.)
Education
Philadelphia mayoral candidates must prioritize children, group says
To attract more teachers, the group in its policy papers says the district should increase starting salaries, reduce class sizes, and build affordable housing for teachers, among other actions. | From: Chalkbeat Philadelphia (Read more.)
Education
High school students visit Comcast to learn from STEM experts
“Our partnership will prepare students with the skill sets, certifications, and degrees needed for internships and careers in computer science and technology. ” | From: Al Día (Read more.)