First whiskey from grains exclusively by Black and brown farmers? Malcolm Jenkins and New Liberty are making a bourbon
The partnership’s goal: boost diversity in the spirits industry — and create a damn good sip.
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Ryan Boyer has plans to diversify Philly’s unions and rehabilitate the labor movement’s image
The first Black leader of the powerful Business Trades Council is known for steady coalition building.
How local Black and brown companies can score big contracts with Philly’s biggest institutions
Tips from the pros include networking, streamlining pitches, and getting the right insurance — which a new fund will help provide.
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Kenney administration hired no high-level Hispanic staff and fewer Black executives last year, city controller analysis finds
The mayor’s office said he’s committed to diversity, but recognizes “more work remains to be done.”
After recent improvements, diversity on Eagles’ coaching staff takes a dip
Duce Staley was one of six Black coaches last year, but he left after being passed over for the top job.
Free Library discrimination concerns
Free Library’s first-ever diversity officer is a comic book hotshot
Dr. Guy A. Sims is a Philly native and Germantown High grad. His appointment follows staff organizing to fight discrimination at the institution.
It took 150 years, but Philly’s fire dept. now has a Black woman battalion chief
Mt. Airy native Lisa Forrest is also a mom and community leader. “Keys to the city, baby,” said a cousin. “She’s just getting started.”
Why is the Philly DA’s office so white?
Prosecutors' offices lack diversity nationwide. DA Krasner says he's working on a fix.
Eagles last-second win over the Giants capped an emotional NFL Sunday
Arms locked during the anthem. Players embracing at the final whistle.
International Block Party
It doesn't get more Philly than block parties. This one promised to be even more fun to kick off the Unity Cup soccer match between Mexico and Ireland. Expect to meet people and eat tasty food from the city's many immigrant communities. This free, family-friendly event includes games, live music and more. You can enjoy Parks on Tap while you're there, too. It all leads up to the big match at 8:30 at the South Philly Supersite.
Where: Marconi Plaza at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue, 19148
When: September 23, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
How much: Free
Scenes from Philly’s most culturally diverse dinner
The Breaking Bread finale at Reading Terminal Market drew 150 people from all backgrounds.
Free weekend event: Race, social justice and writer James Baldwin’s modern-day relevance
Why the celebrated author’s essays still carry a punch in 2017.
Philly’s $2.5 million youth effort to diversify classical music training
The Philadelphia Music Alliance for Youth is about to announce its first set of young scholars.