Real Stories. Real Change.
Neighborhood Voices is an Emmy-Award winning multimedia storytelling project uplifting the voices of Philly’s changemakers—community leaders, organizations, and businesses working to shape a more just and thriving city.
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Neighborhoods
Philadelphia is a city of diverse neighborhoods, each with its own history, struggles, and triumphs. Through Neighborhood Voices, we highlight local changemakers and community-led solutions shaping the future of our city. Explore the map below to discover the stories, data, and city policies impacting your community.
Watch the Series
Meet the changemakers driving transformation across Philadelphia. Each film spotlights a local leader tackling key social issues. Watch their stories and learn how you can get involved.
Taking Care of Business
Episode 1 features “Taking Care of Business” an initiative of Philadelphia's Department of Commerce which funds community-based nonprofits who train & employ residents to keep Philadelphia’s neighborhood commercial corridors clean.
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Same Day Work & Pay
Episode 2 spotlights the "Same Day Work & Pay" program, an initiative of Philadelphia's Office of Community Empowerment that provides economic opportunity for the Philadelphians that need it most in partnership with community organizations like the Mural Arts Program.
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A Home From Shana
Episode 3 features "A Home From Shana" a non profit that works to address black maternal health disparities that contribute to unacceptably poor maternal and infant health outcomes in underserved communities.​​
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Get Involved
Neighborhood Voices isn’t just about telling stories—it’s about making change. Whether you’re a resident, community leader, or policymaker, your voice matters. Join us in shaping the future of Philly by sharing your story, supporting the campaign, or attending an upcoming event.
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Neighborhood Voices is a part of Every Voice, Every Vote, a collaborative project managed by The Lenfest Institute for Journalism. The William Penn Foundation provides lead support for Every Voice, Every Vote in 2024 and 2025 with additional funding from The Lenfest Institute for Journalism, Comcast NBC Universal, The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Henry L. Kimelman Family Foundation, Judy and Peter Leone, Arctos Foundation, Wyncote Foundation, 25th Century Foundation, Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation, and Philadelphia Health Partnership. To learn more about the project and view a full list of supporters, visit www.everyvoice-everyvote.org. Editorial content is created independently of the project’s donors.