Youth
Can Philly’s Youth Curfew Policy Really Prevent Violence?
Research shows curfews do little to reduce crime, but the city's curfew centers have become a vital hub for young people
By Mensah M. Dean
The Room Where It Happened
This year’s Young People’s Continental Congress is hosting 27 student-teacher duos for a week of immersive programming
By Delaney Parks
“We’re Losing Kids”
As youth gun violence continues to rise, several local organizations are teaching young people the skills to stop, think, and choose differently
By Afea Tucker
Philly Youth Music Fest
The second annual concert on July 15 is organized by youth, features youth bands and is geared towards a youth audience. Get your tickets now
By Charissa Howard
Learn to Play to Learn
A Temple professor launches the nation’s first “playful learning” spaces in two affordable housing complexes in Philly today, for International Day of Play. Will it make kids smarter and safer?
By Delaney Parks
Is the Memorial Day Mass Shooting a Sign of Philly’s Summer to Come?
Warm weather often brings a spike in shootings. Officials are hoping to mitigate it through teen programming and increased patrols
By Mensah M. Dean
My City, My Story at City Hall
A new photo exhibit — by kids! — in the heart of the city reveals how they see their corners of the world
By Sam Bergheiser
CHOP’s “Hair Nerds”
Jennifer Boisseau and Theresa Byrd use their hairstylist skills to restore dignity and bring joy to patients at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
By Jessica Blatt Press
Got Hope?
A new program from I Choose To Win restores kids’ ability to believe in themselves, one story at a time.
By Natalie Pompilio
“A Lot of What We’re Known for is Violence.”
Amid an increase in youth-driven shootings, young Philadelphians want people to know that they hope to live in peace
By Afea Tucker