Education

UST Global, a California-based information technology solutions company, chose Women’s History month to introduce its Step IT Up America campaign to Philadelphia. Step IT Up is a 12-week training program designed to teach minority women

Passion is an essential element in the development of communities in Northwest Philadelphia. Each of these individuals brings their own skill set in an effort to build a stronger community. They strive to improve their

Although Taller Puertorriqueño is divided into two buildings one block apart, the organization is united in its mission to develop and promote Latino art and culture in the community. Since 1974, Taller has been at the

Tucked in the shadow of the hustle and bustle of Chestnut Hill, it is business as usual at United Cerebral Palsy of Philadelphia and Vicinity. The large facility located on Mermaid Lane offers various programs

Adorning the corrugated metal siding of the otherwise nondescript gymnasium along Main Street in Manayunk is a series of painted emblems from soccer clubs around from the Philadelphia Union to the national teams of Jamaica

Tioga-Nicetown and Allegheny West have consistently been portrayed in the news as poverty and crime-ridden areas. But often overlooked are the leaders that work in the community. Whether new to the community or long-time presences,

When looking at health issues in Philadelphia, many people stand out as making a difference in the field. There are a plethora of people trying improve well-being through healthy eating establishments, wellness places, urban farms

Though residents of Southwest Philadelphia deal with tough issues like urban blight, gun violence and food deserts, individuals and organizations are working to improve the neighborhoods. Dozens of community churches and daycare centers line the