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The Struggle for Peace in the City of Brotherly Love
How can a new mayor empower community organizations to heal Philadelphia and stop the violence?
by SARA HEIM
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Philadelphia School District Is MOVEing to Expand Its Curriculum
MOVE's history will now be a mandatory part of the Philadelphia public school curriculum.
by SOPHIA ROSSER
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Food Insecurity: Now A Common Reality
Inflation and cuts to SNAP benefits are driving a rapid uptick in food insecurity across Philadelphia.
by ANNA O'NEILL–DIETEL
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Chinatown Activism: Then and Now
This Philly native discusses her work inheriting the mantle of the decades–long struggle to save Chinatown.
by NORAH RAMI
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A High School Experience Marked by Watered Down Lessons, Inadequate Resources, and Isolation
COVID-19 and inequality harmed a generation just entering Penn. Professors and administrators are adjusting to this new reality.
by ANNA O'NEILL–DIETEL
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A New Era for ARCH
How the ARCH renovation is making space for more students—one room at a time
by ANJALI KISHORE
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Sparking Conversation: The Future of Weed Politics in Pennsylvania
A cannabis advocate’s take on what she expects from the new administration
by SARA HEIM
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A 'Nation's Revolution' Comes to Philadelphia
The Iranian women’s justice movement is shifting the worldwide social landscape, and we're seeing it right here in our city.
by ANJALI KISHORE
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Clark Park: A Walk Through West Philly’s Backyard
Exploring the park’s enduring role in stewardship, activism, and community power
by SARA HEIM
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The Public Restroom Shortage and the Ongoing Discrimination Against Philadelphians Experiencing Homelessness
Programs like the Public Restroom Pilot will make a difference, but there’s work to be done to solve the city’s lack of access to basic sanitation.
by ANNA O'NEILL–DIETEL
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A New Sixers Arena and an Uncertain Future for Chinatown
The 76ers plan to decimate Chinatown with their new stadium. What does the community have to say about it?
by SARA HEIM
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Inside the Fight to Preserve Reproductive Rights in Pennsylvania
With abortion on the midterm ballot, activism is taking place at and beyond the polls.
by SAMARA HIMMELFARB
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Why Stigma Perpetuates a Lack of Access to the Monkeypox Vaccine
An ongoing tale of government mishandling and repeated history
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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Helen Gym on the Power of Voice and Perseverance
How this progressive councilwoman at–large puts Philadelphians first
by ALANA BESS
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'The Big Change’: Inside the Fight to Save the UC Townhomes
A vibrant, joyful community of nearly 70 households make up the University City Townhomes—but this community stands to lose everything it loves in the face of eviction.
by KIRA WANG
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Idealism Leads to Infighting at Mina’s World
Mina’s World was the first Philadelphia coffee shop owned by queer and trans people of color. Now, the same idealism that created it has resulted in its closure.
by RACHEL SWYM
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Let’s Get Disoriented
Rising junior Megha Neelapu discusses the Disorientation Guide and its deep roots in community advocacy.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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Combatting Sex Work Stigma Using Arts Advocacy
Strongly rooted fears of prostitution and the trade is the last wall to break before meaningful reform—and the arts may be a useful avenue for achieving it.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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The Free Library of Philadelphia: A Vital Institution Worth Defending
Ongoing activism to fund the Free Library is a fight for both resources and community.
by CONNOR NAKAMURA
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“A Sustainable Marketplace”: Reimagining Sustainable Futures
The Feminist Flea Market and Grant Blvd highlight local sustainability–focused artists with their upcoming market on Earth Day weekend.
by JEAN PAIK
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