Youth
Lisa Parker, Peace Maker
The local organizer of an international event believes Philadelphia can still become a beacon of nonviolence and cooperation
By Autumn Demberger
Learning through Play
You know Philadelphia as the mural capital of the world. But did you know we’re closing in on Playful Learning capital too?
By Natalie Pompilio
Renewing a Beloved Program for Kids in Crisis
The CFEVA’s Hand-in-Hand Outreach, which paused during Covid, still believes the power of helping Philadelphia’s most vulnerable children express themselves through creativity
By Saanvi Ram
First Place for Philadelphia’s First Tee
How our chapter of the national golf for youth nonprofit has built the nation’s best program
By Natalie Pompilio
Books for Every Pennsylvania Child
Like 22 other states, the PA House passed a Montco Rep’s bill to encourage reading in every household. The inspiration? Dolly Parton
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
A Guide to Free and Affordable Youth Sports in Philadelphia
Travel sports are a small fortune — these opportunities for your kids aren’t
By Jordan Simon
Faith Harris, Youth Champion
The Director of Social Service and Operations at the City’s Division of Criminal Justice advocates for young people to get the justice and care they need. Come celebrate her and her fellow Integrity Icon winners on June 3
By Jessica Blatt Press
You Can Prevent the Next E-Scooter Tragedy
Electric bikes and scooters are sending more kids to the ER. A local med student urges Pennsylvania to legislate a potential solution
By Tiffany A. Jackson
Our Children Are Worth It, Even if Billionaires Disagree
The leader of a PA child advocacy group urges City Council to pass a rideshare tax to help fund schools
By Donna Cooper
We Know How To Prevent Children’s Gun Injuries
A CHOP pediatric trauma surgeon asks: What if we confronted the number one cause of death among children the same way we dealt with motor vehicle safety?
By Michael L. Nance