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We're thinking pink! 💗🎀 Today, DHS and OCF staff came together in their best pink outfits to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Want to learn more about breast cancer risks, screenings, and prevention? Check out this CDC resource: ➡️ cdc.gov/breast-cancer/index.…
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💜 Help us #PaintPhillyPurple! Join us Oct. 15 at LOVE Park for a group photo in recognition of National Purple Day and #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. 💜 Wear your favorite purple 📍 LOVE Park ⏰ 1-3 p.m. Stand with survivors across Philadelphia. 💜
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🎉 A new space for Philly youth is officially open! DHS leadership joined the Juvenile Justice Center to celebrate the new Central CERC, a free, safe space for Philly youth ages 10–17 to connect, learn, and have fun. 📍 16th & Cecil B. Moore Read more: phila.gov/2026-09-01-buildin…
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📦 Employee Spotlight! Last week, new DHS social workers in the Bridge Unit put care into action! The August 2026 class assembled care packages with clothing, hygiene items, and other essentials to support older youth in foster care. 💙
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🌟 Youth Ambassador Spotlight: Meet Nigel As a Youth Ambassador, Nigel is helping change the narrative by highlighting the strength and resilience of Kensington. Learn more: phila.gov/KCTF
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🌟 Youth Ambassador Spotlight: Meet Serenity As a Youth Ambassador with the Kensington Children's Task Force, Serenity highlights community strengths and inspires families to utilize local resources. Learn more: phila.gov/KCTF
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Hey Philly! 🛒 Did you know you can get FREE groceries and meals at food sites across the city? ✅No ID or paperwork required ✅Available to ALL Philadelphia Families Find a site near you 👉 phila.gov/food
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Thank you to Communications Workers of America Local 13000, @CouncilwomanKGR, and @CM_JimHarrity for partnering with us to donate luggage for youth in foster care. Together, we're supporting young people during times of transition and advancing CWA's Human Rights Initiative!
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☀️ Happening Today! Join us for the Summer Meals Kick-Off Celebration! Enjoy games, community resources, special guests, and a FREE meal for youth. 📍 Tustin Recreation Center ⏰ 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. 🌧️ Rain or Shine! We hope to see you there! 🎉
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Meet the team at ARC 💙 This Reunification Month, we're highlighting the dedicated staff who help parents and caregivers navigate the reunification journey through coaching, support, and long-term planning. Learn more about ARC at: 📞 267-514-3500 🌐 arcenter.org
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Running a summer camp or program for kids this year? You can sign up as a Summer Meal Site and receive FREE meals for kids & teens, at no cost! Learn more 🔽 phila.gov/summermeals
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🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2026! Girls & Boys TRACK and the Philadelphia Youth Leadership Council (PYLC) recently celebrated their graduating seniors as they committed to the colleges and universities of their choice. We wish you the very best in your next chapter!
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June is Reunification Month 💙 The Achieving Reunification Center (ARC) helps families with children in out-of-home placement overcome barriers to reunify through coaching, parenting support, housing resources, and more! More info:⬇️ 📞 267-514-3500 🌐 arcenter.org
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June is Reunification Month!💙 Reunification is the process of helping youth reunite with their families and strengthening support systems. We believe strong families are the foundation of strong communities. Thank you to all child welfare workers who support families every day.
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BREAKING: Today, May 19, 2026, has been declared a CODE ORANGE Ozone Action Day in Philadelphia. Protect your health during Air Quality Action Days by limiting strenuous outdoor activities. Learn more: phila.gov/aqi
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We’re hiring Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainees! Join us Friday at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center to apply in person. The PJJSC hiring bus will be on-site to assist applicants. 🗓 May 15 ⏰ 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. 📍 91 N. 48th St.
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Running a summer camp or program for kids this year? You can sign up as a Summer Meal Site and receive FREE meals for kids & teens, at no cost! Learn more 🔽 phila.gov/summermeals
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📅 Don't miss out! If your child turns 3 or 4 by September 1, 2026, apply for free, full-day Pre-K through the Free Philly PreK site. Spots are still available, but they fill up quickly! Gather your documents and apply now. freephillyprek.org #PHLed
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Philadelphia’s young people deserve a Summer filled with safe, structured, and enriching experiences. We are making significant investments to ensure families have access to high-quality programs that promote learning, recreation, and career development through our City’s “It’s A Summer Thing” initiative. No matter what your child’s interests are—sports, academics, science, technology, or job training—there is a place for them in our summer programs! We look forward to a Summer full of fun, learning, and opportunity for all our young people. Visit: phila.gov/itsasummerthing 🔔 @PhilaParkandRec, @FreeLibrary, @PhillyPolice, @PHLschools @PHLfamilies, @PhiladelphiaGov
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