PCCY changes name to Children First: The Advocate for Kids
For 40 years Public Citizens for Children and Youth has put children first. Now, we’re making it official. As of now, PCCY’s name will formally be Children First. more
Education
Social Innovations Journal course on new collective impact framework
The Social Innovations Journal will offer a new course on Collective Impact with a Justice and Equity Lens starting September 8th. more
City adds 700 new slots for Philly Pre-K program
The 2021-2022 school year will be the biggest yet for the program, which has served over 10,000 students since its inception in 2017. more
Report: 2 in 3 third-graders in city not reading at grade level
The report showed that just 32% of third graders read on grade level, with stark gaps among racial groups and particularly low scores for English language learners and students with disabilities. more
Looking For A Road Map As A Leader: The NELI Program
Leading your organization through recovery from the pandemic isn’t easy. We can help you find your way! more
MENTOR offers free virtual Trauma-Informed Mentoring Training
Join MENTOR Independence Region for a free virtual training and learn evidence-based mentoring strategies to support youth in developing resilience to cope with the effects of trauma. more
PEC's annual BELL Summit to focus on child homelessness
The theme of this year’s summit is Children Can’t Wait: How Pennsylvania Can Lead in Supporting Children Experiencing Homelessness. more
Advocates call for using stimulus funds to expand teacher diversity
According to the Center for Reinventing Public Education, only 8% of 100 large and urban school districts in the nation are using stimulus funds to address increasing teacher diversity. more
LaunchCode seeks to keep local tech talent in region
LaunchCode helps close the tech talent gap and keep businesses in the cities they were founded in by training people in essential skills. more
PA Youth Action Network seeks new student members
The Pennsylvania Youth Action Network (PAYAN) is a youth-led leadership group made up of a collection of the top youth leaders throughout Pennsylvania. more
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