We’re thankful that federal legislators are united on a fundamental point: we're not investing enough in our workers and workforce, and that's a problem.
Next congress, we call on them to reauthorize WIOA and make essential funding increases a reality. #Thankful4WkDev
Leslie Jordan, an actor, writer and singer best known for his roles in “Will & Grace,” “American Horror Story” and “Hearts Afire,” has died. He was 67. https://t.co/hnDbzTRGzJ
🚑DEADLINE: We are looking for skilled and compassionate paramedics & EMTs to join us in service to this incredible city -- but you must apply by Friday, Sept. 23!
➡️ EMT: https://t.co/qWPCZlN2QB
➡️ Paramedic: https://t.co/5Wui6kFMty
Digital Inclusion Week is coming Oct. 3-7! RT if you're planning to bring attention to digital equity in your community!
💥 Register your event or virtual participation: https://t.co/BlTNfeiFFD #DIW2022
📣 Calling all Digital Inclusion, Access, & Equity practitioners in #PHL, come network and see what addtl resources are waiting to be tapped! #DigitalEquity#DigitalEquityPHL
October 6 @ #Temple
Our annual conference is coming up in TWO WEEKS! This can't miss event will feature speakers from NTIA, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority, City of Philadelphia, and many of your fellow digital inclusion practitioners. Learn more: https://t.co/cGzI0GB43L
As devastating impacts unfold in Puerto Rico & parts of DR, now is the time for accountability for Hispanic Heritage Month posts of equity, etc. If it feels like you, friends, employers aren’t doing/saying enough— speak up & advocate as an ally. All else is performative. #fiona
FYI—Liz Cheney opposed the Voting Rights Act, min wage increase, Equality Act, Equal Rights Amendment, George Floyd Act, BBB, Infrastructure bill, Inflation Reduction Act, $35 Insulin bill, Women’s Health Protection Act, anti-gas price gouging bill—& voted w/Trump 93% of the time
“The program, funded by a grant from @knightfdn, is a novel approach to a public-private partnership and one that @PhilaParkandRec leaders hope will benefit both budding entrepreneurs and the children who frequent recreation centers. “ Go @ellen_hwang_phl! https://t.co/xcI3kcuOd2
People in Puerto Rico are taking the streets AGAIN (see 📌), to protest against the company the US govt imposed over Puerto Rico to privatize electricity. Not only have power outages increased significantly, but customers have seen 7 price hikes since 2021
Families can build equity + generational wealth thru homeownership, but today's housing market prevents many from fulfilling that dream. In Philly, @APMforEveryone partners with residents in underinvested communities to bring their goals to life: https://t.co/jZMHxUhNQS
Philly's monkeypox vaccine allotment is weeks away, but there are doses available in Philadelphia for those who need them, on a case by case basis.
The Health Department recommends that anyone in Philadelphia who may have been exposed visit a doctor. https://t.co/Exw9RyTYK9
PACDC congratulates Derrick Pratt Sr. on being chosen as a Community Leader. Derrick Pratt was born into community organizing and has been instrumental in many projects. He cofounded We Embrace Fatherhood designed to uplift and strengthen men, and created https://t.co/mHivob98BT.
PACDC congratulates Maria Sourbeer on being chosen as a Community Leader. Sourbeer discovered her passion is pursuing ways to create a bridge between architecture and community impact. Today, she works at Mosaic Development Partners, a firm that focuses on neighborhood projects.
PACDC congratulates Blew Kind of @frannylousporch on being a 2022 Equitable Entrepreneur. At Franny Lou’s, community activism and advocacy are baked into each detail, from sandwich names, to the carefully sourced ingredients, to the antiracist/anticapitalist books lining shelves.