Search Results for: "Black Philadelphians"
A Jobs Bonanza for Black Philadelphians?
Philly 3.0’s engagement director on why the City should use building more buildings as a fount of jobs and tax money
By Jon Geeting“Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape
A veteran Philadelphia social studies teacher wrote a new book about Black Philadelphia history. Here, an excerpt from a chapter featuring Washington, aka Congo, Square
By Amy Jane CohenBlack Male Mental Health Must Matter
Around the country, Black teen suicide rates are growing at a scary pace. A Philly social worker, who is also a Black man, calls for help
By Kenneth Bourne IIWhy Philadelphians Voted
Tuesday’s primary lacked the splash, buzz and — more than likely — turnout of recent Presidential elections. But those who did vote did it with intention, optimism — and Philly swagger
By The Philadelphia Citizen StaffPhiladelphians We Are Thankful For
All year long, The Philadelphia Citizen celebrates Philadelphians who make our city and world a better place. Here are some of our all-time favorites.
By Christina GriffithSeeing Black Excellence
Being surrounded by Black leaders I admire during two Philadelphia events reminded me why young Black men need other Black men as mentors
By Jemille Q. DuncanWhy Philadelphians Must Vote on November 5
Why should you cast a ballot this 2024 election? Your health, your wallet and your democracy are counting on it.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThe Other Black Health Crisis
Over 100,000 Americans suffer from sickle cell disease, most of them African American. A local state rep urges federal health authorities to do more to help
By Stephen Kinsey