Social Justice

In one South Philly neighborhood, community leaders and law enforcement are discussing creating a procedure that supports officers stopping young people and sharing resources.

The idea of a formal commission is backed by activists, Council members, and at least one mayoral candidate.

The State Department program is called the Welcome Corps. The agency aims to line up 10,000 Americans who can help 5,000 refugees during the first year of the program.

One of the goals is to address poverty “in a way that acknowledges the root,” an organizer said.

Hundreds of tires, a deflated soccer ball, and a bag of bones are just some of the items cleaned up as part of the King Day of Service in North Philadelphia.

The Rev. Bernice King said leaders — especially politicians — too often cheapen her father’s legacy into a “comfortable and convenient King” offering easy platitudes.

Philly City Councilmember Kendra Brooks reflects on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and encourages people to show up for their community, in whatever way they can.

Service, event, and volunteer opportunities are available in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties for MLK Day 2023.

Here’s a look at some MLK Day volunteer and engagement opportunities, from clothing drives and cleanups to radical symposiums.

Potential human trafficking situations can be reported to the national hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

Thousands of people will devote themselves to helping others on the holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King.

For the first time in 43 years, the Pearl S. Buck Foundation is asking the public to nominate influential women, one of whom will win its annual award.

Here's a look at the episodes and ancillary content behind the WHYY News and Temple Logan Center podcast.

Jackson's killing remains an active investigation by police.

From high-profile antisemitic remarks from Kanye West to arson at a University of Delaware Jewish student center, state leaders show the dangers of hate.