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This nonprofit is tackling the achievement gap through arts empowerment

The Community Enrichment Project (CEP) is a youth civic engagement and empowerment nonprofit with a mission to enhance underserved communities by empowering young leaders. This article explores the work founder Lauren Grimes is doing with local youth.

Dive into a ‘Cherry Pie Mindset’ at the Corcoran Gallery Museum

A university student debuted a photography exhibit in collaboration with a Street Sense Media artist/vendor at a gallery in downtown D.C. last month. The exhibit will be featured until June 10.

Invisible Words recognizes the harsh reality of people experiencing homelessness

Last month, the Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) and the Eleven Eleven Foundation premiered the exhibit “Invisible Words” at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, dedicated to furthering people’s understanding of the hardships of people experiencing homelessness.

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Thrive DC hosts panel with returning citizens

Thrive DC held a panel with three returning citizens to learn more about their journey to re-entering society after incarceration.

Photo of Mayor Muriel Bowser speaking at a press conference.

DC’s 2022 PIT Count results reveal an overall decrease in homelessness

On April 21, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced in the front-entrance parking lot of D.C. Housing Authority headquarters the results of the District’s 2022 point in… Read more »

Councilmember introduces Green New Deal legislation for DC

Councilmember Janeese Lewis George introduced two pieces of legislation modeled after the Green New Deal Tuesday.

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Delivering to food deserts: The people and organizations trying to improve food accessibility in DC

The Nourish DC Collaborative awarded a total of $400,000 in grants in March to nine different businesses located in Wards 5, 7 and 8 to address the ongoing problem of food accessibility.

The figure 19.5 billion on a phone calculator.

Budget mark-ups feature small wins for housing advocates

D.C. Council committees proposed small increases to housing programs and social services during the markup process, but did not meet housing advocates’ demands.

Emergency SNAP benefits may expire this year — but DC’s food insecurity crisis won’t

Emergency SNAP benefits are set to expire this summer amidst a growing food insecurity crisis in the District. Here’s how food banks, markets and distribution centers are adapting to accommodate low-income residents who rely on these benefits.

Paying it forward: How this bookstore coffee shop is making a difference in Adams Morgan

The Potter’s House, a cafe and bookstore, has fostered a sense of community since 1960.

Earth Day doesn’t have to be a guilt-trip: Here are some things you can do this weekend

On Friday, April 22, organizations all around D.C. will celebrate Earth Day.

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Residents elect Kenneth Council and Denise Blackson to DCHA board

Public housing residents elected Kenneth Council and Denise Blackson to the DCHA oversight board.

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Despite rule change, DCHA is not allowing identity self-certification

After passing a resolution to allow people applying for vouchers to self-certify their identity, DCHA released regulatory guidance that banned that practice.

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What kind of support do youth experiencing homelessness need to find stable employment?

Workforce development programs in D.C. aren’t helping youth experiencing homelessness, causing many youth to turn away from the programs.

DC residents celebrate Emancipation Day

The 160th emancipation day, which celebrates the anniversary of freedom for 3,100 enslaved people, took place in person for the first time in two years. But the celebrations were joined with calls for D.C. statehood, as residents watched the parade, listened to music, and enjoyed a fireworks display.

DC Mobile Voting Coalition urges for hearing on mobile voting bill

The D.C. Mobile Voting Coalition held a press conference April 19 to push for a hearing on the Mobile VOTE Act

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What housing advocates want from the budget

Housing advocates are asking the council for increased investment for tenant-based vouchers and housing repairs and to increase accountability for next year’s budget.

Mayoral candidates discuss homelessness at Miriam’s Kitchen forum

Mayoral candidates gathered on April 5 for a forum hosted by local nonprofit Miriam’s Kitchen to discuss homelessness in the District.

American University’s Metropolitan Policy Center delivers lecture on Barry Farm

At a lecture hosted by American University on March 30th, Dr. Michael R. Fisher spoke about how the city has failed to deliver on its promises throughout the Barry Farm redevelopment project and the harmful effects of the mass residential displacement the project has incurred.

DC Circulator workers vote in favor of going on strike

After weeks of unsuccessful contract negotiations between local transit union members and their private contractor, 96% of D.C. Circulator workers voted on April 5 in favor of authorizing a strike.

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