Land Stewards Union & lawmakers tour evicted community members’ vacant lots in North Philly
Philly Land Stewards Union, lawmakers tour lots of evicted members in North Philadelphia
It was a strong show of support for the union, which now boasts upwards of 180 land stewards across the city.
Safe Healthy Homes Act advances again out of Philadelphia City Council Committee
Safe Healthy Homes Act advances again out of Philadelphia City Council Committee
A final vote for the package is now expected on Thursday, April 16.
After a lawsuit brought by two Philadelphia landlords forced an additional hearing on Monday, March 30, Philadelphia City Council’s Committee on Housing, Neighborhood Development, and The Homeless passed the Safe Healthy Homes Act for a second time.
How Philadelphia organizations and affordable housing are bridging the homeownership gap for Latinos
By Jensen Toussaint. March 14, 2025.
For Latino families in Philly, homeownership feels out of reach. Rising prices, stagnant wages, and systemic barriers like redlining widen the gap. Yet, orgs like Congreso de Latinos Unidos are stepping up—offering housing counseling, financial literacy, and homebuyer workshops. In 2024, they helped 103 families buy their first home.
Business owners, local politicians, and concerned neighbors meet to discuss the future of Kensington
By Tiffany Rivera. December 3, 2024.
Cantina La Martina hosted a meeting with local leaders to address safety, homelessness, and vandalism in Kensington, focusing on collaboration and resources to restore community pride.
How crime closed a community staple in South Philadelphia
By Nigel Thompson. November 11, 2024.
Alma Romero’s dream business, Alma del Mar, came to a heartbreaking end after a violent assault and a string of unaddressed crimes in South Philadelphia. From the emotional toll of the attack to the frustration with the police response, Alma’s story is one of resilience in the face of adversity. “How many times were you hit?” the officer asked—a question that shaped her path to justice.
As the presidential election approaches, Philly's Indigenous community highlights affordable housing, land, and sovereignty
By Camila Carolina Romero and Gabriela Watson-Burkett. November 3, 2024.
As the presidential election nears, Philadelphia's Indigenous community emphasizes affordable housing, land rights, and sovereignty. Despite historical voting advancements, Indigenous peoples remain underrepresented. The effects of colonization, poverty, and systemic inequities persist, highlighting the urgent need for policies that address their rights and living conditions.
Affordable housing in Philadelphia: What the future could look like for Latine communities
By Jensen Toussaint,. October 16, 2024.
Philadelphia, once known for affordable housing, now sees median home prices around $208,000, complicating homeownership for first-time buyers, especially in the Latino community, where income disparities are significant. As the presidential election nears, candidates' differing views on housing affordability could impact the future of homeownership in the U.S.