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Art for Change: Tan Hoang, Stand-Up Comedian
Dec 13, 2024 · Tan Hoang moved to Philadelphia for love, comedy and cheaper rent. The stand-up comedian was hustling in New York City when she met fellow stand-up Joe Bell during an open mic in Philadelphia. The two went on to date, and six years later are the co-hosts of Tattooed Momedy, a fresh and free-to-attend monthly comedy showcase held at Tattooed Moms for nearly a decade.
The Canary in the Coal Mine of School Dysfunction
Dec 10, 2024 · Check out our toolkit for better citizenship. One of the founding tenets of The Philadelphia Citizen is to get people the resources they need to become better, more engaged citizens of their city.. We hope to do that in our Good Citizenship Toolkit, which includes a host of ways to get involved in Philadelphia — whether you want to contact your City Councilmember about getting better funding ...
Penn Sustainability May Be What Our Climate Needs
Nov 27, 2024 · Organizations protecting Philly's air, water, and climate future. Philadelphia’s Environmental Justice Advisory Commission is a community-led effort for environmental justice. You can subscribe to the mailing list and keep up with activities using this form.. Green Building United advocates for green building education to make …
A Philadelphia Guide to Voting Myths and Election Misconceptions
Oct 17, 2024 · Engaged citizens strengthen democracy. One of the founding tenets of The Philadelphia Citizen is to get people the resources they need to become better, more engaged citizens of their city.. We hope to do that in our Good Citizenship Toolkit, which includes a host of ways to get involved in Philadelphia — whether you want to contact your City Councilmember about getting out the vote, get ...
A Guide to Co-Creating Kensington’s Future - The Philadelphia …
Aug 6, 2024 · Read the Co-Creating Kensington Reports outlining the planning and implementation process for proven solutions that will work in Kensington with the efforts of all stakeholders. The second report provides recommendations to align proposed or initiated strategies for Kensington with the community’s self-determined priorities and preliminary intervention strategies.
Guest Commentary: Building a New Social Contract for Teachers
Nov 18, 2024 · Teaching, as has been said, is the profession upon which all others are built — and the critical ingredient to a functional and inclusive society.Teachers build our nation daily. How we support them or come up short on that score goes a long way in determining how the common good flourishes or flounders in the future.
A Republican Mayor’s Unexpected Presidential Vote
Oct 24, 2024 · Engaged citizens strengthen democracy. One of the founding tenets of The Philadelphia Citizen is to get people the resources they need to become better, more engaged citizens of their city.. We hope to do that in our Good Citizenship Toolkit, which includes a host of ways to get involved in Philadelphia — whether you want to contact your City Councilmember about the challenges facing your ...
Sadie Alexander Could Be A Fitting Rebuke to Rizzo
Nov 20, 2024 · Learn more about Forman Arts Initiative and the work they do. Mural Arts Philadelphia is the largest public art program in the US.Its mission is to inspire change through participatory public art. You can book a tour in person or virtually and see “the world’s largest outdoor art gallery.” The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance is a non-profit dedicated to amplifying the voice of ...
Your Civic Engagement Toolkit for Philadelphia - The Philadelphia …
Aug 21, 2024 · Wondering how to get involved in Philadelphia life? This is the place for you. Below, our comprehensive civic engagement toolkit offers a host of ways to get involved in your community and city, so you can do your part to make your city a better, fairer and more welcoming place for everyone.