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Composer Judah Adashi Combines Passions for Arts and Activism in New Peabody Course
There was a time when Adashi briefly flirted with quitting music altogether to become a full-time activist. Then he realized that he could do both.
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Teri Henderson is a Leading Voice for the Local Creative Community
With a warm, inquisitive style, her writing focuses on the overlooked stories of Black, brown, and queer artists, as does her curatorial work.
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News & Community
How Education in Prison Changed William Freeman’s Life
After earning a degree from The Goucher Prison Education Partnership, Freeman now empowers fellow formerly incarcerated students in his role at The Education Trust.
Health & Wellness
GameChanger: Nicole Baumgarth
We catch up with the director of the Johns Hopkins Lyme and Tickborne Diseases Research and Education Institute.
News & Community
GameChanger: Michael Battle
We catch up with the CEO of Restoring Inner City Hope (RICH).
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EXTENDED: Junior Achievement 18 Under 18
Nominate an extraordinary student who stands out as a leader or change-maker in their community. Submissions due December 16th!
Education & Family
Substitute Teacher Stephen Tabeling, 93, Has One Rule for Students: “Don’t Be Like Me.”
In his own words, the former police lieutenant speaks about going from school delinquent to inspirational educator.
News & Community
GameChanger: Jennifer Mendelsohn
We catch up with the genealogist and co-founder of the DNA Reunion Project.
Business & Development
Why Baltimore is Fertile Ground for Socially Conscious Investing
Mindfully investing grows opportunity and wallets.
Health & Wellness
Kidney Transplant Recipient Virna Elly on Advocating for Health Resources
How Elly is working ensure no one is in the dark about their healthcare needs.
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Medical Profiles 2024
Each year, our Medical Profile section highlights health care professionals across many areas of expertise. Whether you are looking for cosmetic care, women’s health, pain management, or more, the pages that follow are filled with information on experienced professionals. Best of all, these practices are taking new patients.
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Meleny Thomas Wants Environmental Justice for All
The founder of the South Baltimore Community Land Trust is dedicated to promoting environmental justice, permanently affordable housing development, and zero waste.
News & Community
GameChanger: Deyane Moses
We catch up with the founder of the Maryland Institute Black Archives.
Education & Family
How to Raise a Service-Minded Kid
Step one: Find community projects they care about, and start them young.
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Give Baltimore 2024
Welcome to our annual Give Baltimore guide, a resource for charitable organizations to share their missions and invite the generous support of Baltimore’s readers. Here we profile area nonprofits addressing the pressing needs of social justice, equity, climate change, food insecurity, and many other mission areas.
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Marissa Jachman Uses Education to Prevent Sexual Assault Before It Happens
The executive director of the Erin Levitas Foundation carries on the prevention and survivor support efforts of her late cousin.
News & Community
This Cop-Turned-Mentor Opens Doors for West Baltimore Students
Through her nonprofit Unified Efforts, Deborah B. Ramsey provides students in the Penn North neighborhood with academic support and recreational opportunities at no cost to their parents
News & Community
Briauna Wills Uses Mentorship to Help Girls Grow Into “Young Queens”
With her after-school programs, the founder of Young Queens in Training works with dozens of young women to address self-esteem, health and wellness, and financial management, among other vital things youth need to be successful.
Travel & Outdoors
Meet the Keepers Closely Monitoring the Health of Baltimore’s Waterways
Alice Volpitta and Theaux Le Gardeur spend as much time monitoring contamination levels as they do advocating for clean water and holding polluters accountable.
Travel & Outdoors
Meet the New Faces of Farming in Baltimore
Through the seeds they plant, these individuals and their organizations are giving back to the community.
Health & Wellness
‘What’s Your Grief?’ Founders Foster an Online Community for People Experiencing Loss
Litsa Williams and Eleanor Haley discuss their resources, misconceptions about what grief looks like, and coping with non-death losses in the wake of the pandemic.
History & Politics
GameChanger: Kelly Madigan
We catch up with Baltimore County's first-ever inspector general.
News & Community
Unique Robinson is Inspiring People in the LGBTQ+ Community and Beyond
Whether she’s writing or performing poetry, making a difference with students through teaching, or bringing Pride to Baltimore, Robinson is doing exactly what she’s always wanted to do—and the community reaps the rewards.
News & Community
Sean Closkey and Rev. Calvin Keene Are Working to Rebuild Community in East Baltimore
The team behind the fittingly named nonprofit, ReBUILD, has rebuilt not just the Oliver neighborhood, but also its community ties and spirit.
News & Community
How Diana Emerson is Helping to Better Waverly Main Street
Community organization's executive director discusses her approach to supporting local businesses.
Health & Wellness
This Local Teen Shows You Don’t Have to Be a Grown-Up to Make a Big Difference
Meet Grace Callwood, 17, the founder of We Cancerve Movement—a nonprofit that serves local youth experiencing sickness, homelessness, and those in foster care.
