Race & Ethnicity
Black Philly therapists are raising $15K to provide free mental health resources to people of color
“It’s just super important to band together...and make sure that you understand the importance of healing within the devastation that we have all faced throughout this time.”
4 years ago
‘This is step one’: Politicians, police, Philly residents go head-to-head on institutional racism
A Philly Councilmember held a promised meeting Sunday with city leaders, police and protesters in her district. Here’s what they discussed for three hours.
4 years ago
Beyond protests: 5 more ways to channel anger into action to fight racism
The tragic events of recent weeks can create an opportunity. Given the anger and frustration, experts say there are strategies to channel these emotions into action.
4 years ago
In a place of tragedy people resist and find solace
The place where George Floyd was killed in Minneapolis has transformed, at least temporarily, into a daily remembrance. People gather to heal, to protest and to be together.
4 years ago
Evangelical Christians grapple with racism as sin
For many, the Gospel is more about the need for personal salvation than the duty to address societal ills.
4 years ago
This map of 150+ Black-owned Philly restaurants was sourced from the community
A group of volunteers are curating the list, which is being constantly updated.
4 years ago
Amid brutal responses to protesters, will moments of solidarity bring real change?
The aggressive police responses to anti-police brutality protesters have been punctuated by occasional unity between the two sides. Will those gestures amount to anything?
4 years ago
The scream of Black communities has seemingly squelched all other voices in this moment, writes Drexel University graduate student Jarrell Hill.
4 years ago
Pa. charter school leader ousted after criticizing George Floyd protestors
The head of an influential Pennsylvania charter school advocacy group was ousted after criticizing the ongoing civil rights protests on social media.
4 years ago
Temple reviewing students’ offensive social media posts, will not comment on discipline
“I hate to think that I did that,” said one incoming freshman, apologizing for old Snapchats.
4 years ago
DC paints huge Black Lives Matter mural near White House
“The section of 16th street in front of the White House is now officially ‘Black Lives Matter Plaza,’” Bowser tweeted. A sign was put up to mark the change.
4 years ago
Witness: Floyd didn’t resist arrest, tried to defuse things
A man who was with George Floyd on the night he died said his friend did not resist arrest and instead tried to defuse the situation before he ended up handcuffed.
4 years ago
Gov. Murphy nominates first Black woman justice to N.J. Supreme Court
Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver emphasized the significance of Pierre-Louis’ accomplishments, saying, “Today there is more glass on the floor.”
4 years ago
As the nation chants her name, Breonna Taylor’s family grieves a life ‘robbed’
Breonna Taylor's family and friends mourn her death — and process what it means for her to become a national symbol.
4 years ago
The statue is gone but there will always be another Rizzo
In truth, broad systemic change is needed to save Black lives from the twin scourges of racism and police brutality.
4 years ago