We Wear the Mask powerfully represents the challenges for low-income women in Pittsburgh, and demonstrates the psychological effects of poverty. Women are disproportionately disadvantaged by growing economic inequality in our country and region. This evocative documentary follows three different women who have faced similar struggles, and illuminates the human impact of economic injustice through their […]

Showing what food security can look like. Providing a safe outdoor space for children to learn about food. Offering meaningful work for neighbors. Building healthy soils. Giving cooking and nutrition demonstrations. Growing a local business, often woman-owned or African American-owned (or both!). Demonstrating the power of growing vegetables and fruits without the use of harmful chemical sprays or fertilizers. Trapping carbon. Saving the Bay. These are just some of the social, environmental, and community benefits of Baltimore's urban farms.

Showing what food security can look like. Providing a safe outdoor space for children to learn about food. Offering meaningful work for neighbors. Building healthy soils. Giving cooking and nutrition demonstrations. Growing a local business, often woman-owned or African American-owned (or both!). Demonstrating the power of growing vegetables and fruits without the use of harmful chemical sprays or fertilizers. Trapping carbon. Saving the Bay. These are just some of the social, environmental, and community benefits of Baltimore's urban farms.

University of Pittsburgh Center on Race and Social Problems presents: Race for Breakfast - Fall 2018 Lecture and Discussion Featuring Assistant Professor Leah Jacobs Dr. Jacobs will discuss her research in a talk titled: "What Shapes Criminal Recidivism? An examination of race, space and place." Race for Breakfast is a forum primarily intended for students […]

University of Pittsburgh Center on Race and Social Problems presents: Race for Breakfast - Fall 2018 Lecture and Discussion Featuring Assistant Professor Leah Jacobs Dr. Jacobs will discuss her research in a talk titled: "What Shapes Criminal Recidivism? An examination of race, space and place." Race for Breakfast is a forum primarily intended for students […]

"Pittsburgh has a star turn in the new documentary film, “Paris to Pittsburgh,” about how communities and individuals are taking the lead in initiating action to combat climate change." Via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 'Paris to Pittsburgh' documentary puts Steel City in leading role in climate change efforts Paristopittsburgh.com  

"Pittsburgh has a star turn in the new documentary film, “Paris to Pittsburgh,” about how communities and individuals are taking the lead in initiating action to combat climate change." Via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: 'Paris to Pittsburgh' documentary puts Steel City in leading role in climate change efforts Paristopittsburgh.com  

Dr. Joylette Portlock is the first new executive director of Sustainable Pittsburgh in two decades. With this change, PublicSource sought to learn how she will steer the organization. Mark your calendars for 12 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, and use your lunch to learn about Pittsburgh’s most pressing sustainability issues.  Meet the leader of the organization […]

Dr. Joylette Portlock is the first new executive director of Sustainable Pittsburgh in two decades. With this change, PublicSource sought to learn how she will steer the organization. Mark your calendars for 12 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, and use your lunch to learn about Pittsburgh’s most pressing sustainability issues.  Meet the leader of the organization […]

University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research presents its Brown Bag Lecture Series. Featuring: David Totten, AICP, Transportation Planner, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Dominic D'Andrea, P.E., PTOE, Manager, Operations & Safety Programs, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission RSVP: 412-624-1019 or SWPA@pitt.edu

University of Pittsburgh Center for Social & Urban Research presents its Brown Bag Lecture Series. Featuring: David Totten, AICP, Transportation Planner, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Dominic D'Andrea, P.E., PTOE, Manager, Operations & Safety Programs, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission RSVP: 412-624-1019 or SWPA@pitt.edu