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Samantha Hartzman promoted to role that also includes leading organization’s social impact efforts
Following a comprehensive internal and external search, the decision to promote Hartzman demonstrates DLH’s commitment to empower leaders who have a proven and positive influence on the organization and those it serves.
Severe maternal morbidity increased by 40% in Pennsylvania from 2016 to 2022
In response to the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council’s recent report on severe maternal morbidity in Pennsylvania, state Rep. La’Tasha D. Mayes, D-Allegheny, said she is continuing her work to address severe maternal morbidity and Black maternal health in Pennsylvania.
Several strategic personnel changes in Pitt’s Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion will help advance the unit’s vital University work.
A two-time alumna, Veella R. Grooms has returned to Pitt after serving as assistant dean of student affairs for civility initiatives at Carnegie Mellon University since 2021.
We know how important it is for kids to spend time reading with positive, engaging adults. Volunteer to become a "Reading Buddy" today!
Mission of Mercy Pittsburgh (MOMPGH) is seeking more than 1,000 volunteers to assist with its free dental, vision and hearing clinic taking place October 27-28, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
The Fall Programming Guide, which includes a full schedule of free and ticketed activities across the City of Pittsburgh. The unique variety of programs encourages Pittsburghers to get outdoors, exercise in nature, and engage in family-friendly neighborhood events.
Fundraising Event Set to Take Place September 30, Offer Free Admission
The Mount Washington Community Development Corporation (MWCDC) will host the fifth edition of the Party on the Mount community fundraising event on Sept. 30 from 3-9 p.m.
The event showcases businesses throughout Mount Washington and other local neighborhoods, while raising money to strengthen the Mount Washington community. This year, all proceeds will go towards the Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Bank.
Children's Museum is
celebrating the exhibits, programs, artists, performers, friends, supporters and most important of all - children and families - who've been a part of our growing family and campus over the last 40 years!
The Museum will continue to celebrate it's 40th birthday with some new events, trips down memory lane and the return of a well-loved program this year. The link below takes your directly to CL website to check out the upcoming celebration.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh offers a number of community events for families, kids and students.
Check out some of the upcoming events that are free and diverse.
Teen time, kids club and various social programs. Get engaged at Carnegie Library there are various locations and enjoy these opportunities to participate in fun and educationsl activities. Book clubs and family fun activities also available, link below takes you directly to their website to check out the upcoming events.
The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) has named Dr. Dorothy Collins as the college's Vice President for Enrollment Services. In her new role at CCAC, Dr. Collins will serve as the lead administrator responsible for planning and implementing all enrollment services and retention activities for the college's campuses and centers.
In Spring 2023, Pittsburgh Public Schools launched its first-ever independent equity audit of the district’s system of education for its African American students. An equity audit is a study of the fairness of an institution’s policies, programs, and practices. Our Racial Equity Audit will critically examine our policies, programs, and practices that directly and indirectly impact our students relative to their race. The equity audit will provide a starting point in evaluating our District’s current state concerning equity.
“Expanding diversity within the supply chain not only improves economic possibilities, but it also has the ability to enhance the quality of life within our communities,” said Rep. Aerion Abney, who represents a portion of Allegheny County and hosted the hearing. “If we embrace diversity in the supply chain, what we are really embracing is a stronger supply chain less susceptible to disruptions and a more secure economic future.”
Nearly two-thirds of low-income families do not own any books for their children. Reading Is Fundamental Pittsburgh addresses this critical need by providing children with access to self-selected books, creating positive environments that motivate children to develop a lifelong love of reading, and engaging families in literacy practices in the home.
As lawmakers reconvene at the state capitol, the ACLU of Pennsylvania has released its third iteration of More Law, Less Justice: Pennsylvania’s Statehouse-to-Prison Pipeline, a report analyzing the General Assembly’s consideration of legislation related to criminal law.
The City of Pittsburgh announced today it is partnering with the Black Equity Coalition (BEC) and other community partners following a $1.1-million-dollar award from the de Beaumont Foundation Modernized Anti-Racist Data Ecosystems (MADE) for Health Justice grant. The focus of this collaborative initiative is to support communities in creating health equity-focused local data ecosystems.
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