Massarah MikatiWhat I DoI cover what makes Philadelphia great: our communities of color.‘Where everything begins’: Traveling exhibits exploring queer history to make first stop in PhillyThe Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library will be exploring themes of democracy and activism through two queer history exhibits that will be on display at Drexel starting April 16.Massarah Mikati April 10, 2024Link copied to clipboardHere’s where to celebrate the Cambodian New Year in PhillyWhile the Cambodian New Year spans three days, the Cambodian American diaspora tends to celebrate all month long.Massarah Mikati March 24, 2024Link copied to clipboardRamadan started this week. Some Philly Muslims want to work from home as they fast.As Muslims across the globe begin their fast for Ramadan, Philadelphians are reflecting on how the pandemic changed their experience fasting at work.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboardPhilly Muslim Freedom Fund meets the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it is one of the only such bail funds in the nationThe Philly Muslim Freedom Fund was established in 2021 to meet the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it's one of the only Muslim bail funds in the country.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboardWant to show your love for Chinatown? This nine-day event allows Philadelphians to do just thatOver the course of nine days, Philadelphians will not only have opportunities to get to know Chinatown’s businesses, but also the history, culture and people that make Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 9, 2024Link copied to clipboardWhere to celebrate the Chinese New Year in ChinatownChinese New Year is set to fall on Feb. 10. Here's where you can celebrate the holiday in Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 1, 2024Link copied to clipboardKensington community members wonder if increased police focus will make a differenceCherelle Parker appointed Pedro Rosario as the new deputy police commissioner to oversee strategy in Kensington. Community members want to make sure he doesn't repeat the mistakes of the past.Massarah Mikati Jan. 21, 2024Link copied to clipboardIn the heart of el barrio, Taller Puertorriqueño and artist Betsy Casañas turn 50 togetherTaller Puertorriqueño, the community arts organization that promotes Boricua and Latino culture, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an exhibit by artist Betsy Casañas.Massarah Mikati April 3, 2024Link copied to clipboardImprovements to Norris Square Park will resume this springRenovations to Norris Square Park will resume this spring after years of delays caused by supply chain issues and inflation.Massarah Mikati March 21, 2024Link copied to clipboardThe city is removing 48 heritage trees from FDR Park. The Lenape Nation will be honoring them with a ceremony.The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania reflects on their connection and duty to the land amid the city's planned removal of 48 heritage trees at FDR Park in South Philly.Massarah Mikati March 8, 2024Link copied to clipboardHundreds of West African asylum seekers have come to Philly since September. They haven’t found a lot of support.A growing number of asylum seekers from West African countries have arrived to Philadelphia over the past few months. But community organizers say they've been unnoticed and ignored.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboardWhat does a Muslim future look like? This Philly exhibit explores the possibilities"The Mirage" is an installation that invites viewers to dream of a Muslim future, one free from racism and that celebrates the diversity of Islam.Massarah Mikati Feb. 8, 2024Link copied to clipboardSixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. How easy is it to get mental health care in their native languages?Sixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. Finding mental health care in their native language is a challenge.Massarah Mikati, Aseem Shukla, and Jasen Lo Jan. 31, 2024Link copied to clipboardImmigrants are often victims of loan sharks. Now, Pa. immigrants have a better option to pay their legal fees.The nonprofit lender just expanded its services into Pennsylvania in partnership with the American Immigration Lawyers Association.Massarah Mikati Dec. 28, 2023Link copied to clipboard‘Muslim-ish’: For less observant Muslims, Ramadan remains a cherished ritualIn Philadelphia, Maham Rizvi breaks the Ramadan fast at an iftar with Queer Mā'ida, bringing people of many genders, races and religious traditions to celebrate together.Massarah Mikati March 30, 2024Link copied to clipboardThis Philly nonprofit received $4 million from Amazon shareholder MacKenzie ScottMacKenzie Scott gave a $4 million unrestricted donation to the career-building nonprofit West Philadelphia Skills Initiative through her philanthropic organization Yield Giving.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboardNortheast Philly is a health care desert. But its communities are fighting over a new health center.Northeast Philly is divided over the proposal of two new health centers, one of which would be located at the Friends Hospital.Massarah Mikati March 7, 2024Link copied to clipboardWho are the people of Chinatown? A new photo exhibit across Chinatown shows us."Our Chinatown" is a new 14-portrait installation that shows the community members that make up Chinatown, and what Chinatown means to them.Massarah Mikati Feb. 22, 2024Link copied to clipboardFight outside Franklin Towne Charter High School leaves one teen injuredThe school said it is cooperating with police and that "steps are being taken in accordance with our code of conduct to address the behavior of any students involved."Massarah Mikati Feb. 4, 2024Link copied to clipboardTorito, a creamy Mexican cocktail, hasn’t hit mainstream America—yet. This mother-daughter duo is bringing it to Philadelphia. Originating from the early 1800s, torito is a beloved cocktail native to Veracruz, Mexico. This mother-daughter duo wants to introduce the U.S. to it.Massarah Mikati Jan. 24, 2024Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
‘Where everything begins’: Traveling exhibits exploring queer history to make first stop in PhillyThe Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library will be exploring themes of democracy and activism through two queer history exhibits that will be on display at Drexel starting April 16.Massarah Mikati April 10, 2024Link copied to clipboard
‘Where everything begins’: Traveling exhibits exploring queer history to make first stop in PhillyThe Stonewall National Museum, Archives and Library will be exploring themes of democracy and activism through two queer history exhibits that will be on display at Drexel starting April 16.Massarah Mikati April 10, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Here’s where to celebrate the Cambodian New Year in PhillyWhile the Cambodian New Year spans three days, the Cambodian American diaspora tends to celebrate all month long.Massarah Mikati March 24, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Here’s where to celebrate the Cambodian New Year in PhillyWhile the Cambodian New Year spans three days, the Cambodian American diaspora tends to celebrate all month long.Massarah Mikati March 24, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Ramadan started this week. Some Philly Muslims want to work from home as they fast.As Muslims across the globe begin their fast for Ramadan, Philadelphians are reflecting on how the pandemic changed their experience fasting at work.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Ramadan started this week. Some Philly Muslims want to work from home as they fast.As Muslims across the globe begin their fast for Ramadan, Philadelphians are reflecting on how the pandemic changed their experience fasting at work.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Philly Muslim Freedom Fund meets the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it is one of the only such bail funds in the nationThe Philly Muslim Freedom Fund was established in 2021 to meet the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it's one of the only Muslim bail funds in the country.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Philly Muslim Freedom Fund meets the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it is one of the only such bail funds in the nationThe Philly Muslim Freedom Fund was established in 2021 to meet the unique needs of incarcerated Muslims — and it's one of the only Muslim bail funds in the country.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Want to show your love for Chinatown? This nine-day event allows Philadelphians to do just thatOver the course of nine days, Philadelphians will not only have opportunities to get to know Chinatown’s businesses, but also the history, culture and people that make Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 9, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Want to show your love for Chinatown? This nine-day event allows Philadelphians to do just thatOver the course of nine days, Philadelphians will not only have opportunities to get to know Chinatown’s businesses, but also the history, culture and people that make Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 9, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Where to celebrate the Chinese New Year in ChinatownChinese New Year is set to fall on Feb. 10. Here's where you can celebrate the holiday in Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 1, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Where to celebrate the Chinese New Year in ChinatownChinese New Year is set to fall on Feb. 10. Here's where you can celebrate the holiday in Chinatown.Massarah Mikati Feb. 1, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Kensington community members wonder if increased police focus will make a differenceCherelle Parker appointed Pedro Rosario as the new deputy police commissioner to oversee strategy in Kensington. Community members want to make sure he doesn't repeat the mistakes of the past.Massarah Mikati Jan. 21, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Kensington community members wonder if increased police focus will make a differenceCherelle Parker appointed Pedro Rosario as the new deputy police commissioner to oversee strategy in Kensington. Community members want to make sure he doesn't repeat the mistakes of the past.Massarah Mikati Jan. 21, 2024Link copied to clipboard
In the heart of el barrio, Taller Puertorriqueño and artist Betsy Casañas turn 50 togetherTaller Puertorriqueño, the community arts organization that promotes Boricua and Latino culture, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an exhibit by artist Betsy Casañas.Massarah Mikati April 3, 2024Link copied to clipboard
In the heart of el barrio, Taller Puertorriqueño and artist Betsy Casañas turn 50 togetherTaller Puertorriqueño, the community arts organization that promotes Boricua and Latino culture, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an exhibit by artist Betsy Casañas.Massarah Mikati April 3, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Improvements to Norris Square Park will resume this springRenovations to Norris Square Park will resume this spring after years of delays caused by supply chain issues and inflation.Massarah Mikati March 21, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Improvements to Norris Square Park will resume this springRenovations to Norris Square Park will resume this spring after years of delays caused by supply chain issues and inflation.Massarah Mikati March 21, 2024Link copied to clipboard
The city is removing 48 heritage trees from FDR Park. The Lenape Nation will be honoring them with a ceremony.The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania reflects on their connection and duty to the land amid the city's planned removal of 48 heritage trees at FDR Park in South Philly.Massarah Mikati March 8, 2024Link copied to clipboard
The city is removing 48 heritage trees from FDR Park. The Lenape Nation will be honoring them with a ceremony.The Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania reflects on their connection and duty to the land amid the city's planned removal of 48 heritage trees at FDR Park in South Philly.Massarah Mikati March 8, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Hundreds of West African asylum seekers have come to Philly since September. They haven’t found a lot of support.A growing number of asylum seekers from West African countries have arrived to Philadelphia over the past few months. But community organizers say they've been unnoticed and ignored.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Hundreds of West African asylum seekers have come to Philly since September. They haven’t found a lot of support.A growing number of asylum seekers from West African countries have arrived to Philadelphia over the past few months. But community organizers say they've been unnoticed and ignored.Massarah Mikati Feb. 28, 2024Link copied to clipboard
What does a Muslim future look like? This Philly exhibit explores the possibilities"The Mirage" is an installation that invites viewers to dream of a Muslim future, one free from racism and that celebrates the diversity of Islam.Massarah Mikati Feb. 8, 2024Link copied to clipboard
What does a Muslim future look like? This Philly exhibit explores the possibilities"The Mirage" is an installation that invites viewers to dream of a Muslim future, one free from racism and that celebrates the diversity of Islam.Massarah Mikati Feb. 8, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Sixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. How easy is it to get mental health care in their native languages?Sixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. Finding mental health care in their native language is a challenge.Massarah Mikati, Aseem Shukla, and Jasen Lo Jan. 31, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Sixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. How easy is it to get mental health care in their native languages?Sixteen percent of Philadelphians are immigrants. Finding mental health care in their native language is a challenge.Massarah Mikati, Aseem Shukla, and Jasen Lo Jan. 31, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Immigrants are often victims of loan sharks. Now, Pa. immigrants have a better option to pay their legal fees.The nonprofit lender just expanded its services into Pennsylvania in partnership with the American Immigration Lawyers Association.Massarah Mikati Dec. 28, 2023Link copied to clipboard
Immigrants are often victims of loan sharks. Now, Pa. immigrants have a better option to pay their legal fees.The nonprofit lender just expanded its services into Pennsylvania in partnership with the American Immigration Lawyers Association.Massarah Mikati Dec. 28, 2023Link copied to clipboard
‘Muslim-ish’: For less observant Muslims, Ramadan remains a cherished ritualIn Philadelphia, Maham Rizvi breaks the Ramadan fast at an iftar with Queer Mā'ida, bringing people of many genders, races and religious traditions to celebrate together.Massarah Mikati March 30, 2024Link copied to clipboard
‘Muslim-ish’: For less observant Muslims, Ramadan remains a cherished ritualIn Philadelphia, Maham Rizvi breaks the Ramadan fast at an iftar with Queer Mā'ida, bringing people of many genders, races and religious traditions to celebrate together.Massarah Mikati March 30, 2024Link copied to clipboard
This Philly nonprofit received $4 million from Amazon shareholder MacKenzie ScottMacKenzie Scott gave a $4 million unrestricted donation to the career-building nonprofit West Philadelphia Skills Initiative through her philanthropic organization Yield Giving.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboard
This Philly nonprofit received $4 million from Amazon shareholder MacKenzie ScottMacKenzie Scott gave a $4 million unrestricted donation to the career-building nonprofit West Philadelphia Skills Initiative through her philanthropic organization Yield Giving.Massarah Mikati March 12, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Northeast Philly is a health care desert. But its communities are fighting over a new health center.Northeast Philly is divided over the proposal of two new health centers, one of which would be located at the Friends Hospital.Massarah Mikati March 7, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Northeast Philly is a health care desert. But its communities are fighting over a new health center.Northeast Philly is divided over the proposal of two new health centers, one of which would be located at the Friends Hospital.Massarah Mikati March 7, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Who are the people of Chinatown? A new photo exhibit across Chinatown shows us."Our Chinatown" is a new 14-portrait installation that shows the community members that make up Chinatown, and what Chinatown means to them.Massarah Mikati Feb. 22, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Who are the people of Chinatown? A new photo exhibit across Chinatown shows us."Our Chinatown" is a new 14-portrait installation that shows the community members that make up Chinatown, and what Chinatown means to them.Massarah Mikati Feb. 22, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Fight outside Franklin Towne Charter High School leaves one teen injuredThe school said it is cooperating with police and that "steps are being taken in accordance with our code of conduct to address the behavior of any students involved."Massarah Mikati Feb. 4, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Fight outside Franklin Towne Charter High School leaves one teen injuredThe school said it is cooperating with police and that "steps are being taken in accordance with our code of conduct to address the behavior of any students involved."Massarah Mikati Feb. 4, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Torito, a creamy Mexican cocktail, hasn’t hit mainstream America—yet. This mother-daughter duo is bringing it to Philadelphia. Originating from the early 1800s, torito is a beloved cocktail native to Veracruz, Mexico. This mother-daughter duo wants to introduce the U.S. to it.Massarah Mikati Jan. 24, 2024Link copied to clipboard
Torito, a creamy Mexican cocktail, hasn’t hit mainstream America—yet. This mother-daughter duo is bringing it to Philadelphia. Originating from the early 1800s, torito is a beloved cocktail native to Veracruz, Mexico. This mother-daughter duo wants to introduce the U.S. to it.Massarah Mikati Jan. 24, 2024Link copied to clipboard
