Activism
A Humble Ask from The Citizen
Screw Giving Tuesday. We proclaim it Democracy Monday. Can you help us reach our $10,000 goal?
By Larry Platt
Teach Your Students, Penn
Campus protests over the Israel/Hamas war point to an opportunity for elite universities. Can Penn seize the moment?
By Larry Platt
Keeping Local Media Afloat
Today, The Lenfest Institute for Journalism granted The Philadelphia Citizen — and 16 other local media organizations — beaucoup funds to sustain and grow
By Lauren McCutcheon
Hug the Block
The legendary photographer and chef sees old friends and appreciates a new paradigm for keeping Philly safe
By Reuben Harley
House of the Living
A new Elkins Park-based exhibit pays respect to victims of gun violence, while giving all Philadelphians a space to reflect and heal
By Erinda Sheno
Resistance is a Garden
A Painted Bride project combines urban farming, art and education to empower Black and Brown Philadelphians to grow their own futures
By James Peterson
An Open Letter to My Fellow Jews
The opportunity for moral courage in the Israel-Hamas war, from a local leader of the B Corps movement
By Jay Coen Gilbert
Nicole Bixler of Operation In My Backyard
The Port Richmond social worker offers sustenance, support and care to those struggling with addiction
By Rachel Wisniewski
Philly Coffee Shops that Do Good
Your morning Joe tastes so much better when you know where it comes from — a place that treats its workers well and gives back to the community and the world
By Abigail Chang
“We All Share A Common Humanity.”
A Montgomery County Commissioner weighs in on how we can all look out for our neighbors amidst the terror and sorrow of the Israel-Hamas war
By Ken Lawrence Jr.