Topic: Citizen of the Week
Citizen of The Week: Gail Kotel
The local artist is drawing attention to the economic crisis in the restaurant industry and the environmental impact of our disposable culture through her new portrait series on takeout containers
By Christina Griffith
Citizens of the Week: Teens Teach Technology
The vaccine may be here, but many seniors are still feeling disconnected from loved ones. These students are helping them feel less alone.
By Sam Haut
Finding A Shot
A Wharton MBA for Executives candidate has launched a site to help Americans find open vaccine appointments. Because we need all the help we can get
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
Citizen of the Week: Larry Abrams
The South Jersey teacher and founder of BookSmiles has created a magical book bank, where teachers can load up on books to give to their students. The cost? Free.
By Christine Speer Lejeune
Citizen of the Week: Cydney Brown
Philly’s new Youth Poet Laureate doesn’t just write well—she does G.O.O.D.
By Jessica Blatt Press
Citizens of the Week: Jakeema Burton and Brianna Banks
The coaches are empowering youth off and on the field through their work with Up2Us Sports and Kensington Soccer Club
By Jessica Blatt Press
Citizens of the Week: Jermaine Womack and Emily Callaghan
The West Philly neighbors are helping provide for the loved ones often overlooked during times like Covid-19: pets
By Sophie Borgenicht
Citizens of the Week: Crescent Foundation
As people with sickle cell disease live longer, they need more and different support. A group of young patients in Philly is here to give it to them.
By Kiersten A. Adams