“Overall, everyone wants to come together and move forward to best ensure that neighborhoods are prepared, and that governments are doing better to safeguard our communities.” - Mike Roles, program organizer at Clean Water Action
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Rad Dish Co-op celebrated their opening this month!
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Cooperators from across the region gathered to celebrate their love of working together.
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The community photography project How Philly Moves just finished its latest shoot, culminating in a celebration party this month.
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This bill was inspired by an article by our own columnist Tivoni Devor, manager of partnerships and outreach at the Urban Affairs Coalition.
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Next Great City announced the six initiatives of its 2015 policy agenda, which is designed to lead to renewed investment, energy and strength in the city's neighborhoods while supporting sustainable practices and an effective city government.
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Media Mobilizing Project reached out to parents across Philadelphia in the summer of 2014 in search of powerful untold stories.
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The Spruce Foundation hosted a scavenger hunt at the National Liberty Museum as a part of its efforts to reach and engage a new audience.
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The Wharton Social Innovators Conference, a student led conference, brought together students, professionals and thought leaders to talk about driving large scale social change.
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Mayor Nutter also delivered an address on youth safety in Philadelphia and the Youth Violence Prevention Collaborative, and the City’s progress in advancing its comprehensive strategy for youth violence prevention.
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Independence Blue Cross will serve as title sponsor for Indego, contributing $1.7 million annually for the next five years. This is in addition to the city’s $3 million capital investment and $4.5 million in state, local and foundation funding.
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This isn't local, but it's big news - On February 26th the FCC voted in favor of Net Neutrality. Hooray for a free internet!
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Mi Casita, Philly's first Spanish immersion preschool, opened in Fairmount. Last week it held an opening celebration with over 155 people in attendance.
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