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.
How to talk to your children about sexual assault
A local counselor shares tips on how to talk to kids of all ages about staying safe.
How to report when you’ve been sexually assaulted at work
Local legal experts share advice on what to do when you have been assaulted in the workplace.
Advocates call for more resources for victims of sexual assault in the workplace
Counselors and victims of sexual assault in the workplace believe that more counseling or therapy services should be available to help women recover.
Male MPS students inspired by ‘Black Panther’ themes of positivity, unity
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.
Personal stories, national gun safety debate inspire Milwaukeeans to offer solutions
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.
On the Block: 16-year-old advocate
Simone Lewis-Turner enthusiastically believes her generation can create a better future by being vocal, active citizens.
Women in low-wage jobs fear losing livelihood if they report harassment
Fear of repercussions keeps women in low-wage jobs from reporting sexual harassment by supervisors, co-workers and customers.
LBWN project increases community pride, unity with simple neighborhood projects
An initiative of Layton Boulevard West Neighbors, the Block Projects Menu, engages residents and grows local leaders in South Side neighborhoods.
Women refugees find relaxation, social connection at weekend wellness class
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.