Economy
Social Issues: Small Nonprofit ‘Centro’ Fighting The Adversities
Lack of resources takes control over Centro as they try to move forward with their goals for children and their cultural development. [continue reading…]
childhood education
Education
Education: Special Education for Latine Children and How it Can Vary Across Neighborhoods
Tania Soliz has dealt with the education system in Philadelphia and she has noticed the striking differences between schools. Her oldest son recently graduated from high school and as a teacher herself she believes there [continue reading…]
Education
Port Richmond: Local Day Care Anticipates Two-Year Anniversary and Summer Camp
Port Richmond resident Erica Quinn said she remembers the day her longtime friend Nicole Fisher called her to discuss going back to work. It was 2012, and both women recently had children. Although they both lived [continue reading…]
Fairhill
Fairhill: Providing a Strong and Lasting Presence
https://vimeo.com/33117682] Needs in various communities always seem to change along with the times, and as a result, social organizations tend to come and go. But then there’s Lighthouse. Currently located at 152 W. Lehigh Ave., [continue reading…]