Activism

Michael Wong
If this former Fortune 500 executive, Wharton lecturer and father of two has time to volunteer for his local animal shelter, what’s your excuse?
By Emilia Maia
Ali Velshi On What is Happening in Los Angeles Right Now
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member breaks down the escalating situation and details the dangers of federalizing a state's National Guard
By Ali Velshi
Ali Velshi’s Guide to Resistance for Ordinary People
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member presents a basic guide to resisting authoritarianism for ordinary people
By Ali Velshi
Philanthropy’s Big Moment
Trump’s draconian social service cuts means now is the time for donors to step up
By Vik Dewan and Mike Wang
How to Support Veterans
More than a dozen ways to give back to those who fought to keep you free
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
Political Satire for the TikTok Age
Philly punk rocker Ron Gallo once avoided social media. Now he’s made it the stage for his most unseriously serious music yet, attracting both worldwide fans and MAGA haters
By Malcolm Burnley
Rebuilding Philadelphia, One Block at a Time
A nonprofit that recruits volunteers to repair homes is strengthening the physical, social, and economic infrastructure of Philly’s neighborhoods
By Malcolm Burnley
Stop Using Antisemitism as a Weapon Against Higher Education
A longtime university president tells Congress to cease and desist from persecuting colleges under the guise of fighting antisemitism
By Elaine Maimon
Finding the Next Shirley Chisolm
Center 1968 is a nonprofit dedicated to training Black women not only to run for office, but to shape policies, advocate for change, and represent
By Jessica Blatt Press
LGBTQ-Owned Shops, Restaurants, More in Philadelphia
Brick-and-mortar LGBTQ-owned businesses span all of Philly. Here, some that strive not just to sell, but also to do good in and beyond our city
By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff