Two former Puerto Rico residents ‘pay it forward’ with resource fair for new arrivals

May 4, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

Housing, educational, legal, faith and employment resources were all available at a community resource fair for families who moved to Milwaukee in the wake of Hurricane Maria.

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How to talk to your children about sexual assault

April 20, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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A local counselor shares tips on how to talk to kids of all ages about staying safe.

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How to report when you’ve been sexually assaulted at work

April 11, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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Local legal experts share advice on what to do when you have been assaulted in the workplace.

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Advocates call for more resources for victims of sexual assault in the workplace

April 9, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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Counselors and victims of sexual assault in the workplace believe that more counseling or therapy services should be available to help women recover.

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Male MPS students inspired by ‘Black Panther’ themes of positivity, unity

March 15, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker 3 Comments

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Boys from seven area middle and high schools attended a special showing of “Black Panther,” followed by a reflection session, where they discussed how the film applies to their lives.

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Personal stories, national gun safety debate inspire Milwaukeeans to offer solutions

February 27, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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Just days after the Feb. 14 Parkland, Florida, school shooting, people packed the basement of the Milwaukee Public Library Mitchell Street Branch for a public discussion about gun violence.

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On the Block: 16-year-old advocate

February 27, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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Simone Lewis-Turner enthusiastically believes her generation can create a better future by being vocal, active citizens.

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Women in low-wage jobs fear losing livelihood if they report harassment

February 15, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker Leave a Comment

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Fear of repercussions keeps women in low-wage jobs from reporting sexual harassment by supervisors, co-workers and customers.

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LBWN project increases community pride, unity with simple neighborhood projects

February 1, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker 1 Comment

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An initiative of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, the Block Projects Menu, engages residents and grows local leaders in South Side neighborhoods.

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Women refugees find relaxation, social connection at weekend wellness class

January 24, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker 1 Comment

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Women refugees gathered for an afternoon of relaxation at the Aurora Walker’s Point Community Clinic on Saturday for the first in a series of weekly wellness classes designed specifically for their needs.

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Two former Puerto Rico residents ‘pay it forward’ with resource fair for new arrivals

How to talk to your children about sexual assault

How to report when you’ve been sexually assaulted at work

Advocates call for more resources for victims of sexual assault in the workplace

Male MPS students inspired by ‘Black Panther’ themes of positivity, unity

Personal stories, national gun safety debate inspire Milwaukeeans to offer solutions

On the Block: 16-year-old advocate

Women in low-wage jobs fear losing livelihood if they report harassment

LBWN project increases community pride, unity with simple neighborhood projects

Women refugees find relaxation, social connection at weekend wellness class

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