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August 16, 2023 Issue 529
Spotlight
Set Your Sights on Organizational Leadership
Develop the leadership skills that will make you stand out in the crowd! more
UWGPSNJ supports 100 agencies with Partnership grants
The program awards grants to nonprofit organizations across the fields of early learning, career pathways, financial empowerment, and community resiliency. more
UWGPSNJ releases reports on clearing criminal records
Bill Golderer, President and CEO of United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, has announced a series of research reports released by the Knowledge Center. more
News
City schools see a significant jump in student homelessness
New reports from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the School District of Philadelphiai show that 8,363 children and youth were identified as homeless 2021-2022 in Philadelphia. more
PA drops 137,000 from Medicaid since COVID rules expired
At least 137,000 people have been terminated from Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program since April, when a pandemic-era rule that had guaranteed continuous enrollment ended. more
'Moral distress' taking a toll in 'inhumane' health care system
"These terms have been used to describe the feelings of guilt, sadness and defeat felt by health care professionals when we know what our patients need but can't provide it." more
Poor and BIPOC students get least experienced teachers: report
Black or Hispanic students and those from low income families are the least likely to receive the most experienced, qualified teachers in Pennsylvania. more
Appeal deadline expires for landmark PA school funding case
The deadline to appeal to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court in the landmark school funding lawsuit has expired. Now, those fighting for equitable school funding are one step closer to success. more
Lawmakers to travel PA to discuss public school funding issues
Lawmakers have plenty of work to do when it comes to figuring out just how to fix the state’s now-unconstitutional public school funding system – and that work is set to begin this fall. more
Many Black students relying on each other for mental health support
Efforts are underway to promote a new message: that it’s healthy and liberating for Black young people to open up about their struggles.
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Most adults are unaware of nationwide 988 suicide hotline
Only 13% of adults in the U.S. have heard of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and know its purpose nine months after its launch, according to a nationally representative survey conducted for Pew. more
Gun violence requires strong mental health care approach
Through July 2023 there have been 1,065 shooting victims in Philadelphia, breaking down to roughly five people shot daily. Of those 1,065 shooting victims 111 have been children, just over 10%. more
New 'justice advocates' arrive for children, returning citizens
Children caught in the court system and people reentering society after incarceration in Philadelphia will soon have additional help getting the resources they need. more
Mothers In Charge still on the front lines of gun violence battle
Already, Philadelphia has seen 224 people killed -- according to police statistics -- since January. more
As SNAP recipients increase, advocates call for new minimum wage
Nearly 2 million Pennsylvanians have qualified for SNAP food assistance. more
Zillow report says rent growth in metro area is slowing
As part of a nationwide trend, rent growth in the metropolitan area continues to slow to pre-pandemic levels, according to new research from real estate company Zillow. more
Global Citizen announces school supply drive for Rhoads School
Please play your part as an active citizen by joining Global Citizen and community partners by making a donation of school supplies as part of our 11th annual Back-To-School Supplies Drive. more
PA legislator advances bills to help renters
A Pennsylvania state senator is proposing a renters protection package, a group of bills intended to reduce costs for current and prospective tenants. more
Pennsylvanians are a bit older than the national average: report
Pennsylvanians are a smidge older than the national average. more
GOP proposes slicing Title I education funding by 80%
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives want to dramatically slash funding for Title I, the long-running federal program that sends money to schools based on the number of poor children. more
Survey: 1 in 5 Blacks experience unfair treatment in health care
Black parents and their children are more likely to experience unfair treatment when seeking medical care than others, a new study from the Urban Institute found. more
New NJ agency seeks to reduce number of deaths in childbirth
New Jersey is about to create a new state agency with a primary focus on reducing the number of deaths during and directly after childbirth. more
PCA's "HeatLine" there for seniors suffering from heat issues
If you’re struggling to stay cool during the next heat wave, call the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s “heatline,” and a nurse may walk you through how to stay safe. more
Philadelphia public school buildings: 'poor' or 'unsatisfactory'
Nearly 4 in 10 assessed schools showed “unsatisfactory” conditions, the worst of the district’s categories. more
Major drugstore chains start offering flu and RSV appointments
With the fall respiratory virus season just around the corner, major US pharmacy chains have begun rolling out flu and RSV vaccine appointments. more
Pew invests $6.5million in local youth mental health nonprofits
Five Philadelphia-area nonprofits are getting a major financial boost to further their work with young people, as part of an initiative to combat the youth mental health crisis in the US. more
Here's how to enroll in Biden's new college payment plan
The Biden administration opened its new student loan repayment plan for enrollment through a beta application, giving borrowers an early shot at signing up for the program. more
LIHEAP offers free air conditioners in second year of pilot
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is entering its second summer of a pilot program that would fund the installation, repair, or replacement of air conditioning units. more
City sponsors over 300 summer meal sites for youth
Run in partnership with the Philadelphia Housing Authority, Nutritional Development Services, and other partners, the city will offer more than 300 child and youth meal sites this summer. more
PHENND to offer trauma course for educators
In Fall 2023, PHENND will once again offer a three-part series for educators in the Philadelphia region, to collectively learn about trauma. more
Podcast focuses on eliminating barriers to college education
The new podcast series will deliver insights and perspectives into top-of-mind higher ed issues, including the value of a college degree. more
Low-income water assistance program re-opens in PA
PA has announced the re-opening of the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program to help residents of the commonwealth with low incomes maintain access to drinking and wastewater services. more
Philadelphia to host 2023 convening of Black educators
The Center for Black Educator Development is thrilled to be hosting the 6th annual Black Men in Education Convening #BMEC2023 on November 16 – 18, 2023. more
Upcoming Events
Race Against Hunger set for September 30th at Navy Yard
Registration is now open for the 27th Annual Race Against Hunger! Join the Coalition Against Hunger for the 5K that strengthens food access across Philadelphia on September 30 at the Navy Yard.more
HFU hosts webinar on Home Visits (CE Credits)
Join Housing First University (a part of Pathways to Housing PA) for a webinar on Home Visits: Why & How to Do Them. Licensed social worker credit is available for those in participating states.
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Volunteer Requests
Philadelphia Mayor's Volunteer Portal offers opportunities
The Philadelphia Mayor’s Volunteer Portal is open to anyone interested in serving in Philadelphia. more
Employment Opportunities
Uplift Center for Grieving Children seeks Development Director
Uplift provides free peer support groups for children and their caregivers grieving the death of a close loved one. more
Director sought for Jane Addams Place at LSH
Lutheran Settlement House (LSH) is hiring for Director of Jane Addams Place, our family shelter located in North Philly. more
Chester County DCD seeks Accounting Supervisor
The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) is accepting applications for an Accounting Supervisor position within its Fiscal Team. more
Belmont Charter Network seeks staff for five network schools
Belmont Charter Network is looking for highly motivated people with a genuine passion for working with children to join our mission. more
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