Philly Rising: Difference Makers from KYW Newsradio Podcast
1) Peer2You gun violence intervention team has lived through the systemic inequity it aims to help young people navigate
As Philadelphia’s gun violence crisis continues to affect young people, a group in West Philly has stepped up to the call to serve, with hopes of saving lives.
2) The Elevation Project: Helping formerly incarcerated people find new pathways
As founder and executive director of the Elevation Project, LaTrista Webb has helped thousands of formerly incarcerated people find new pathways in life after time served. KYW Newsradio's Antionette L...Show More
The Elevation Project: Helping formerly incarcerated people find new pathways
01:51 | Aug 19th, 2023
3) Philly cyclist helping young girls tread transformative paths through the sport
Cycling gave Ajoa Abrokwa a level of physical activity that also helped balance her emotions. Through her nonprofit, she’s encouraging young women and girls to get into the sport not just for wellness...Show More
Philly cyclist helping young girls tread transformative paths through the sport
02:04 | Jul 28th, 2023
4) Formerly incarcerated man and the judge who sentenced him collaborate to help at-risk youth
After more than a decade in state prison, Kashif Jones went back into the courtroom to ask for help from the judge who sentenced him. Jones now has his own nonprofit Relentless Community Development d...Show More
5) Legacy of Hope supporting cancer-affected families in Philadelphia-area
Like many Americans, cancer patients struggle to juggle their health and financial hardships. That’s where Legacy of Hope comes in. The organization raises money to move needy Philadelphia families in...Show More
6) How Amira Williams became the Delaware Valley’s ‘henna therapist’
Amira Williams started her business Henna with a Twist as a hobby, helping women who had lost their hair due to alopecia or cancer. Now, she does henna all over the body and for any occasion. KYW News...Show More
7) Philly Rising: Change Our Future's Sneaker Ball
Rodney and Erika McLeod’s nonprofit, Change Our Future, is hosting the third annual Sneaker Ball, which raises money, school supplies and kicks for students in the community. They hope to double their...Show More
8) Philly Rising: Criticized, celebrated for extravagance, prom send-offs give kids an escape from trauma
Prom “send offs” have become one of the most anticipated events of the year for Philadelphia high schoolers. It’s a time when families and friends turn dreams into reality for their kids. Dedicated mo...Show More
9) Philly Rising: Mothers in Charge
Dorothy Johnson-Speight has been working toward gun violence prevention, education and intervention through her organization, Mothers in Charge, for nearly 20 years.
10) Philly Rising : Bringing kids together through 'Work to Ride'
On a nice day, the Chamounix Equestrian Center, home to the Work to Ride program, is filled with kids taking horseback riding lessons, as well as dozens of cats, dogs and a billie goat named Yoda. Th...Show More