Youth

The South Philly team has qualified for the Dragon Boat World Championship in Hualien, Taiwan in August. Now they just have to pay for it. This is where you  come in

A new Philadelphia program — modeled on an already-successful version for adults — helps young people put down the guns

For his advocacy, fundraising, mentorship and more, the Philly native and University of Pennsylvania senior is this year’s Youth Citizen of the Year

The Southwest Germantown native is this year’s Block Captain of the Year for her commitment to fueling deep, joyful connections among neighbors

Philadelphia wants residents to imagine the future. In Kensington, one resident is helping teens just achieve more than surviving the present

The renowned CHOP immunologist dissects a recent interview with the new chair of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee

Violence against immigrants and their supporters has come to our neighborhoods. Two young Welcoming Center workers have found hope in the next generation of Americans

Breakthrough and Penn asked 20 young teens to imagine Philadelphia in 50 years. They created a vision for the future —and hope for the kids themselves

Learning real-world skills before graduation is critical to securing a wealth-building job. The president/CEO of Philadelphia Youth Network calls on all of us to help young Philadelphians get ahead

A Conestoga High student launched New Voters to register her peers in 2017. Now her nonprofit is challenging young people to claim ownership over America’s next 250 years.