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Medicaid | Losing your Medicaid coverage could be costly. Stay Covered.

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BIRTHING WHILE BLACK | Improving Maternal Health Outcomes in Women of Color. Community Listening Session on Monday, April 15, 2024, 6 to 8 p.m.

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Cincinnati Music Festival at the Paycor Stadium July 25-27, 2024

CLICK HERE FOR ARTIST LINEUP,
INFORMATION, AND TICKETS

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COMING SOON! Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #71 | Interview with Carin J. Fraioli LSW,CCDPD, Vice President of Recovery Services Gateway Rehab

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HIP HOP Millionaire Mogul-MASTER P to lead Juneteenth-Grand Jubilee Parade

Who is ready for the 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration, June 14-16.

Well we are very pleased to announce that Hip Hop Business Mogul MASTER P will be joining Us on SATURDAY JUNE 15th for the Pittsburgh Juneteenth Parade as a Co-Grand Marshal, and leading “Our BLACK MEN ON THE RISE (red highlight)” Parade Division.

Following the Parade, MASTER P and Hip Hop Icon – DAME DASH (co-founder of Rock-A-Fella Records) will host two separate Juneteenth Economic Freedom Sessions from 2pm-5pm at the BYHAM Theater, 101 6th St, 15222.

Like our ancestors, We are calling all Men from Pennsylvania to converge on Pittsburgh, PA, JUNE 14-16, for the 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration, and to march with Us in the Black Men On the Rise Parade Division on Saturday June 15th for social and economic justice, liberty and Independence in North America.

To Register your Group or Organization to march in the Juneteenth Parade, Email:
stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com

SPREAD THE WORD and SAVE THE DATES.

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An exciting opportunity for current 8th and 9th grade boys

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STVP 2024 Black Tie Honors Gala

Pittsburgh and all surrounding areas
get ready for the biggest Gala of the Year.

Join Us on FRIDAY May 17th, from 6pm-10pm,
as we highlight and recognize Black Military ?? Servants!

Also come celebrate local Community Leaders that are making a difference in society.

Order a TICKET Now by clicking the link below
BEFORE WE SELL OUT:

STVP 8th Annual BLACK TIE HONORS GALA

Date: Fri, May 17 • 7:00 PM EDT

Location: 300 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

SPREAD THE WORD and come support this worthy event.

For more info: stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Deputy Chief Operations Officer – Rail

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Deputy Chief Operations Officer – Rail to be responsible for overall management for the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) light rail passenger operations including functional areas of light rail service delivery, right-of-way, LRT systems and power, equipment maintenance, and other rail operations duties. Oversight of day-to-day operation of RTO.  Investigate service delivery problems and initiate corrective and preventive actions.

Essential Functions:

  • Plans, directs, and manages all phases of day-to-day light rail service delivery, LRT Systems & Power, Way, and the administrative activities of the Rail Departments. Leads the development and implementation of strategic and departmental goals and objectives for PRT’s light rail system operations and maintenance to include traction power, signals, track, bridges, and rail structures. Ensures that all projects, programs, and strategic plans are within established deadlines to facilitate the accomplishment of PRT’s strategic mission.
  • Oversight of day-to-day operations of RTO.
  • Manages department matters relating to hiring, promotions, transfers, evaluations, and other personnel actions and monitors standardized PRT programs, such as health and safety, drug and alcohol, attendance, workers’ compensation, and safety as they relate to rail operations. Mentor and develop staff to improve accountability and results.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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Purchase Tickets to Attend The Power of Work Awards on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square

Join us as we celebrate the people and workplaces that are breaking down barriers and creating a diverse workforce in our region!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager – Compensation

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager – Compensation to be responsible for all aspects of compensation and performance management administration including data analysis, job evaluation and classifications; position management; and data processing and all other compensation functions for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Serves as primary point-of-contact for compensation related data analysis and ensures that compensation is compliant with federal, state and local regulations.  Leads major compensation initiatives and acts as subject expert regarding compensation trends and laws; ensures compliance in compensation activities. Serves as liaison between Human Resources and other departments. Makes compensation recommendations to senior staff. Manage and direct Compensation Analyst.           

Essential Functions:

  • Develop and maintain training program for the transfer of knowledge to Compensation Analyst
  • Develop, execute, and utilize audit reports and controls for compensation processes striving for zero errors and mitigate process corrections
    • Utilizes PeopleSoft HRMS to oversee and, at times, perform the following:
    • Develop, modify, and run queries and reports to generate data for compensation planning and audits.
    • Assist in the review, testing and implementation of HRMS upgrades.  Collaborates with functional and technical staff to coordinate application of upgrade or fix.  Document processes.
    • Audit HRMS set-up tables.
    • Coordinates related system modifications related to new provisions within PRT policies or collective bargaining agreements.
    • Provides overall support by researching and resolving most complex compensation related issues
    • Maintain and process employee compensation, transfer, job title, bids, and other changes.
    • Creates and maintains job code and position information.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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6th Annual Fabulous Friday | The Black Out | April 12, 2024 at Rivers Casino

The attire for The Black Out is all black.
Afterpay is available.
Do not miss out on the biggest party in the spring in Pittsburgh!
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TICKETS

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of Service Development

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of Service Development to manage for the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Planning and Service Development Department the procedures surrounding the  interpretation of data from various sources as it relates to providing transit services to the public and planning for future changes to those services. Manages the service development staff and prioritizes service changes three times per year for the Scheduling Department to ensure changes are prioritized and the community is engaged on major changes. Supports projects from other programs in the department such as corridor planning and station area planning. Advises Director of Planning & Service Development on the evaluation of transit services and opportunities for continued growth and innovation regarding agency goals and objectives. Assists the Director of Planning & Service Development with Departmental tasks, presentations, and strategic direction.

Essential Functions:

  • Manages the daily functions of service planning staff to prioritize work efforts in conjunction with the long-range plan, strategic plan, and annual departmental work plan goals. Sets goals and objectives, monitors performance, and looks for opportunities for growth of direct reports.
  • Assists the Director of Planning & Service Development with Departmental tasks, presentations, and strategic direction
  • Works with Planning and Service Development Management team to ensure collaboration across teams within and beyond the Department and looks for opportunities for efficiency of work efforts
  • Collaborates directly with the Director of Transit Scheduling to ensure coordinated efforts towards the prioritization of triannual service changes

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and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Transportation Technology Specialist

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Transportation Technology Specialist to provide day-to-day support of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s Transportation Technology systems and services from a device and software level, focusing on data management, data integrity, reporting, system integrations, and customer support. Supports Transportation Technology software systems and services, with cross-support for other related applications also included.  Works with PRT and vendor personnel to identify any technology or data-centric related issues with the systems and services and then follows through until conclusion.  Works with data within systems to ensure integrity, building reports and data visualizations for effective understanding and presentation of information.

Essential Functions:

  • Serve as technical analyst supporting systems, services, and software of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), including on-board tracking systems, electronic wayfinding signage, vehicle headsigns, Transit Signal Priority (TSP), Scheduling software, Maintenance and Operations management:
  • Support data management of ITS applications, including integrity, entry, and import/export
  • Serve as data-centric support for reports, information sharing, and data visualization
  • Serve as customer support for software usage: Guide users with functional support and assist with navigating software.   Resolve help desk tickets related to application software.  Provide system end-user instruction for report generation and system functionality and also assist in the design of user documentation.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of Road Operations

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of Road Operations to oversee all Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) revenue service in an effort to ensure safety, reliability, and on-time performance. Directs and supervises the Assistant Managers of Road Operations, Road Operations Supervisors, Movement Directors, and Traffic Dispatchers ensuring that these groups have all the resources required to perform their daily job duties.

Essential Functions:

  • Direct and supervise the Assistant Managers of Road Operations, Road Operations Supervisors, Movement Directors, and Traffic Dispatchers.
  • Develops and implements On-Time Performance (OTP) strategies in an effort to meet the OTP goals of the Tactical Plan
  • In the Directors absence, chairs the Right of Way Allocation Meeting and prepares and distributes all necessary reports and Operating Orders as required for said meeting.
  • Ensures that all Road Operations personnel are proficient in using Clever CAD and can make the necessary service adjustments that allow for revenue service to remain on schedule.
  • Directs and supervise the overall Road Operations reporting processes, including but not limited to; the Daily Bus DOR, IQ Software, D&A Reports, etc.

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and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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Gettysburg | For the people. | Voted Most Welcoming Town in America by Booking.com

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Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Celebration | Fri, Apr 12 – Sun, Apr 14, 2024

Celebrate George Gershwin’s 125th birthday
with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra!

Principal Pops Conductor Byron Stripling takes you on a journey of Gershwin favorites, including “Someone To Watch Over Me,” “Man I Love,” and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me.” Byron is joined by the singing sensation Sydney McSweeney and highlights the orchestra with “Strike Up The Band” and “Rhapsody in Blue!”
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CCPGH Free Job Training for Long-Term Careers | $20/Hr Avg. Pay


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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Instructional Development Specialist

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking an Instructional Development Specialist to work with departments within the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) to develop, deliver and maintain educational programs to increase effectiveness and productivity of personnel. Creates training programs for e-Learning delivery. Functions as an internal consultant collaborating with individuals, departments and groups within PRT to develop, deliver and maintain educational programs. Also administers employment and recruitment activities for assigned positions.

Essential Functions:

  • Works closely with IT Department to evaluate new software/hardware, develop and deliver training for Microsoft and Oracle-PeopleSoft upgrades. Coordinates training across all locations and shifts, as needed.
  • Creates, designs, and maintains quality education programs, manuals and other training materials that support PRT business strategies. Develops and delivers training programs for instructor-led and virtual delivery. When necessary, evaluates, selects, negotiates, and administers the purchase and use of off-the-shelf training program.
  • Assists with the development, design, and maintenance of the Development Department’s Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Administers employment processes for assigned positions, including recruitment, testing, interviewing and investigations. Conducts background checks on perspective candidates which includes various communications to verify education, previous and current employers. Utilizes the internet to conduct criminal record check and motor vehicle record status. Enters and tracks data in PeopleSoft. Extends contingent job offers and maintains appropriate documentation. Ensures that required employment activities are processed satisfactorily before finalizing hiring actions. Coordinates and conducts new hire orientation.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here (PDF)

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THE BARBERS GUIDE TO PASSIVE INCOME: Building Financial Stability through Real Estate, Car Sharing and Entrepreneurial Ventures | By Devon Knight

In The Barber’s Guide to Passive Income“, journey through an insightful fusion of financial strategy and personal growth, all tailored to the unique world of barbering. This guide is more than just a financial blueprint; it’s a transformative experience, intertwining the traditions of barbering with the mindset shifts required for wealth creation.

Are you a barber aiming to:

  • Boost your earnings without spending endless hours behind the chair?
  • Transition from a single income source to diverse, multiplying streams?
  • Secure a financial future that supports both your passions and your needs?

Then this book is for you!

This is a great read for everyone.
Book can be purchased on Amazon

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GET READY FOR THE 2024 PITTSBURGH JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

FROM: William Marshall, Founder & Producer

Stop the Violence Pittsburgh/ WPA (Pittsburgh) Juneteenth Celebration
 
WHEN: June 14-16, 11am – 10pm (Daily)
 
WHERE: Downtown Pittsburgh PA, Market Square and Point State Park
 
Greetings, and Happy Black History Month!
 
JUNETEENTH is the AMERICAN celebration of the end of chattel slavery started in 1865 when Black Union Soldiers fought and notified African people in Texas that slavery had been abolished.
Last year, coming off one of the largest Juneteenth Celebration in the nation with over 50,000 attendees and generating $4.2 million in economic impact for Pittsburgh-Allegheny County (see below Reports), we are pleased to announce the Programming Schedule for our 2024 WPA (Pittsburgh) Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration.

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Membership Engagement Specialist with Girl Scouts Western PA

Membership Engagement Specialist

Coverage area: 

            Armstrong County and northeastern Allegheny County 

Location:  Full time remote* 

*While full-time remote work is available, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout their coverage area

Starting Salary:     $38,000

Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character.  At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

What’s more exciting to sell than friendship, exploration, and adventure?

As a Membership Engagement Specialist, you will be expected to present, promote, and sell the Girl Scout experience. We’re looking for an influential and persuasive communicator who can speak passionately and with conviction about the Girl Scout experience to attract girls, their parents, other caring adults, and community partner organizations to join, volunteer, promote, and give of their time and resources. The successful candidate will be a results-driven, goal-orientated, motivated individual with strong sales techniques to develop and execute effective recruitment strategies that reach new girl and adult membership goals. Continue reading

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT: Who is B. Marshall and What Does He Do?

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT:  
Who is B. Marshall and What Does He Do?

William B. Marshall is the founder of Stop the Violence Pittsburgh, a local grass roots organization created in 2012 to help curve Violence among Young adults and youth in Allegheny county and to educate the community on African American culture and history.

Since it’s founding, using his organization, Mr. Marshall has produced several youth educational programs and events such as the annual High School Students Black History Month Summit, and the annual Juneteenth Youth Fest, in partnership with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Penguins and Steelers. Since 2018 these programs have serviced over 5,000 students in Western PA.
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Executive Assistant to CEO with Girl Scouts Western PA

Executive Assistant to CEO

Location:    Pittsburgh based with hybrid work schedule option (up to 3 days remote weekly)

Starting salary: $ 50,000 – $52,000

Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

Position Description:

The Executive Assistant provides a wide variety of essential administrative and support services to the CEO, leadership team, and board of director committee chairs.  Continue reading

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Community Engagement Lead with Girl Scouts Western PA

Community Engagement Lead

Location:  Based in Pittsburgh* 

*While remote work is available, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout western PA 

Starting Salary:     $42,000

Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character.  At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

As the Community Engagement Lead, you will lead the support and retention of girl members by creating, coordinating, and ensuring the delivery of quality Girl Scout Leadership Experience for girl members from grades K-12 who participate in the Community Engagement programs.  The Lead serves as a liaison between the program location and Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania.  The Lead facilitates programming primarily in Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, and Washington Counties, and leads a team of Community Engagement Facilitators who provide programming in Cambria and Erie Counties and throughout our council footprint.  Continue reading

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Expired: “Black Lawyers of the Burgh” Community Book Launch on Saturday, Feb 24 at 11 AM

Join the ACBA Homer S. Brown Division as they celebrate the launch of the Division’s first-ever children’s book, “Black Lawyers of the Burgh.”  The book introduces children to careers in law through the journeys of many Pittsburgh-based lawyers.

This is a community event, and all are welcome. This fun-filled community event at W. Posvar Hall on the University of Pittsburgh campus will include a DJ, face painting, giveaways, book signings and more.

For event details, visit: ACBA.org/BlackLawyers

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THANK YOU to our Advertisers!

THANK YOU to our Advertisers for being integral to Soul Pitt’s journey in making Pittsburgh the City of Champions for all our communities! Your support has truly made a difference.

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Top 5 Reasons to come to the Public Health Clinic

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Get Tested. | Allegheny County Health Department

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Payroll & Accounting Specialist Position with Girl Scouts Western PA

Payroll & Accounting Specialist 

Location:  Pittsburgh based

Salary: $45,000-$48,000

Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Payroll & Accounting Specialist will perform all payroll processing activities necessary to execute bi-monthly payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania policies and procedures.  The Payroll & Accounting Specialist also performs a variety of accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures by reviewing, recording, and reconciling cash deposit activity, banking activity, retail sales activity, and sales tax. Continue reading

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VENDORS REGISTER NOW – $1.6 Million Generated through Black Businesses In 2023

Get Ready for STVP
2024 Festival Events in Pittsburgh PA.

Heritage Celebration, June 8-9

Juneteenth, June 14-16

Black Music Festival, July 11-13

AND,

Soul Food Festival, Aug. 30 – Sept. 1st

EMAIL:
Stvfestivalvendor@gmail.com for a Vendor Application TODAY

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We have learned that the quickest way to affect the social and economic plight of the Black Community is to provide meaningful opportunities for our small business vendors during our many Festival activities – by partnering with our Sponsors and local agency – Riverside Center for Innovation , we have established a Vendor Orientation Program to prepare Small Businesses for these opportunities.

AFTER you applied to become a Vendor during the 2024 Festival Schedule, you can now register to participate in our Vendor Orientation Program to get you prepared for the upcoming season.

SPREAD THE WORD and SAVE THE DATES.

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Ujamaa Collective: A Hub of Black Creative Cooperative Entrepreneurship

www.ujamaacollective.org

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GatewayRehab | Hope Has a Home Here.

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[Virtual Event] SAVE THE DATE for the 4th Annual Legislative Breakfast #MAKEBLACKMOMSMATTER on March 15, 2024

Registration Starting February 2024
www.healthystartpittsburgh.org

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GET READY FOR THE 2024 PITTSBURGH JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

Coming off our success in 2023 of hosting the LARGEST JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION in the Country.

Get ready for the 2024 WPA (Pittsburgh) JUNETEENTH Homecoming Celebration.

Attend the JUNE 8-9, Juneteenth Youth Fest/Black Heritage Celebration
at Mellon Park (15206)

AND JUNE 14-16, WPA Juneteenth Homecoming in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA

and on JUNE 19th, Juneteenth Fireworks in Pittsburgh PA.

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Our 2024 Celebration will include: annual Youth Fest | Cultural and Economic Summits | Live Entertainment | Vendors | Fireworks | National Speakers | JUBILEE Parade | and more.

The 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth theme is “WE ARE FAMILY” and we will focus on the upliftment of the Black Community.

SPREAD THE WORD and invite all your Out-of-Town, and extended Family, to join Us in this Celebration of Black Culture, Freedom and Heritage in Pittsburgh PA.

Vendor Application REQUEST: Stvfestivalvendor@gmail.com

More info: stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com

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The PA Lottery Benefits Older Pennsylvanians, But How?

www.palottery.state.pa.us/Benefits-Info

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Eastern MSDC ROAR MOSAIC on April 2, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square

www.emsdcROAR.org

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Majors Mobile Detailing Birthday Club

www.MajorsMobile.com
412.728.8833

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s new Ready2Ride® mobile ticketing app

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Spring Flower Show: A Closer Look | March 16 – April 1 at PHIPPS

Spring Flower Show always provides the burst of color and fragrance you’ve been missing all winter long and this year’s Spring Flower Show: A Closer Look promises even more vibrance than ever!

Opening Sat., March 16, and only lasting four weeks, these stunning displays are a must-see to jump-start your season of renewal. With magnifying glasses stationed throughout, you’ll be able to admire the details of beautiful blooms in a rainbow of shades. With fragrant flowers and serene sounds of the springtime, your senses are sure to be delighted!

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS

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PRT making a difference.

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Wilkinsburg Business Spotlight: Vickey’s Soul Grill

Photo Credit: Greg Sciulli

The Pittsburgh region isn’t known for its Southern-style cooking, but Vickey Giddens of Vickey’s Soul Grill is going to change that.

“My family is from Crystal Springs, Mississippi, and my father was a chef,” says Giddens. “When I was 6 years old, I watched my father, and I let that be my dream, to be a chef like my dad.”

Today, Giddens has two Vickey’s Soul Grill locations: one at 655 Rodi Road and the other in Wilkinsburg at 807 Wallace Avenue in the Hosanna House. Both offer a menu of items that will make your mouth water.

“My popular foods are pork chops fried and smothered, deep-fried salmon croquettes, candied yams, collard greens, black-eyed peas, green beans, and mac and cheese. The oxtails are a number-one hit, and everything’s Southern-style.” Continue reading

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Wilkinsburg CDC CORE FOUR | 8-Week Business Planning Workshop

Sign up by emailing Gordon Manker at
Gordon@wilkinsburgcdc.org

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HACP | A place to live. A path to launch.

WWW.HACP.ORG

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PA Lottery | #MyLotteryLove

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Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion

www.facebook.com/AlleghenyCountyDEI

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Carnegie Science Center | On Pittsburgh’s North Shore

Get tickets at CarnegieScienceCenter.org

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Become a Road Pro with E-ZPass

E-ZPass makes traveling the PA Turnpike even more convenient. As you drive through a Toll Point with an E-ZPass transponder, our toll equipment captures your trip information, calculates the toll, and deducts it from your E-ZPass pre-paid account balance.

E-ZPass customers pay the lowest toll rate,
UP TO 60% LESS.

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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Chief Finance Officer

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Chief Finance Officer to be accountable for the direction, control, and coordination of all financial activities of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT).  Provides overall direction for general accounting, accounts receivable and payable, cash management treasury operations, grants accounting; financial planning and budgets; grants strategy and capital programs. At the direction of the Chief Executive Officer works with the Chief Development Officer (CDO), develops long range strategic financial plan. Directs activities associated with the security and investment of the organization’s assets and funds; and ensures that financial transactions, policies, and procedures meet the organization’s short- and long-term objectives, and regulatory body requirements.

Essential Functions:

  • Directs the activities of the Division’s directors, managers, and their subordinate supervisory staff. Conducts annual performance reviews and recommends and initiates appropriate personnel action.
  • Oversees the fiscal management activities to ensure cost-effective utilization of financial resources, proper accounting and reporting of the PRT’s finances and physical assets, proper investment and safeguarding of funds, and compliance with applicable rules, policies, and legal requirements. Work closely with the executive management team to establish, manage and implement a short and long-term strategic direction for the organization.
  • Develops plans to meet unexpected situations; new developments and changes in the business environment; prepares for emergencies; anticipates events; understand the factors and conditions affecting the organization and responds appropriately to ensure proper cash flow and fiscal responsibility.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here. (PDF)

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Struggling with a substance use disorder? Get Help Now. Call 1-800-662-HELP

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Gett INSPIRED in Gettysburg!

DestinationGettysburg.com

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Talk. Test. PrEP. | ACHD


Call 412.578.8081
or visit alleghenycounty.us/HIV

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MORNING NOON NIGHT | DLC is here for you.

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CCAC | DISCOVER Affordable, Quality Education in Your Neighborhood!

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2024 Cincinnati Music Festival Line up

Hey Valued Customer,

GUESS WHAT?!?! They did it! they booked quick, they booked early, and they’re bringing the lineup to you just in time for Christmas.

Thursday July 25 @ The Brady Music Center
TBA

Friday July 26 @ Paycor Stadium

Maxwell
NE-YO
Fantasia
October London
Lakeside

Saturday July 27 @ Paycor Stadium

New Edition
KEM
SWV
Stokely

TBA

Don’t want to wait? No problem. Because you are a valued customer, we are making tickets available now. You can go online and get locked in on the best seats!

LOOKING FOR THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT EVER??? How about tickets to Cincinnati Music Festival (CMF) and make memories with the people you love this summer!

Click Here and purchase your tickets now!

See YOU in Cincinnati,

Zachary Berry
Berrywise Enterprise
info@berrywiseenterprise.com

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2023 Black Festival Events Generate $9 Million Dollars for Allegheny County

VisitPITTSBURGH and Stop the Violence Pittsburgh (“STVP”) have released their final Economic Impact Survey Reports on 2023 Festivals events produced by STVP.

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On June 10-11, STVP hosted the Juneteenth Youth Fest/Black Heritage Celebration where Small Business Vendors generated $30,975.00

On June 16-19, STVP hosted the WPA Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration where Corporate Businesses and Local Vendors generated $4.2 million.

On July 13-15, STVP produced the Pittsburgh Black Music Festival where Corporate Businesses and Local Vendors generated $1.5 million in Allegheny County.

AND

On September 1-3, STVP hosted the Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival – A Soulful Taste of the Burgh where Corporate Businesses and Local Vendors generated $3.2 million dollars in Allegheny County

We want to thank all our Partners, Donors, Sponsors and You the Public for making this historic Economic Impact a reality for local businesses in Allegheny County.

Join Us as we prepare for 2024.

– B. Marshall 

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Special Cash Back Offer from BLK DYMND Rewards

Get rewarded every time you purchase from Black-owned businesses.

www.blkdymndrewards.com

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PittPlusMe FIT BOLD Research Study for Age 60 or Older | Compensation and travel reimbursement is provided.


Full Details on the PittPlusMe study page: 

Pitt+Me ~ FIT BOLD Research Study (pittplusme.org)

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INTERESTED?
Visit pittplusme.org/study/1933 and click on
“I’m Interested” or call 412-246-6487.

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Pittsburgh’s Black Businesses Generate $1.6 Mill During STVP Festival Events

For more than 25 years benchmark studies have shown that Black living-conditions in the City of Pittsburgh are among the worst in the nation.

Starting in 1995, with the Bangs and Hong report, “Black and White Economic Conditions in the City of Pittsburgh”; to 2015, with Dr. Larry Davis report, “Pittsburgh’s Racial Demographics: Differences and Disparities”; to the 2019 Pitt Report on “Racial and Gender Inequity”; and since the 2021 Dr. Bangs Report on “Pittsburgh’s Deplorable Black Living Conditions”, EVERY BLACK Pittsburgher knows, and feels, that there are two different Cities for White and Black residents economically, socially, criminally and politically.

In 2013, we started Stop The Violence Pittsburgh (“STVP”) to help curve violence within Allegheny County, to educate and promote Black heritage and culture to all Pittsburgh communities, and to give small businesses the opportunity and space to make money during Our Free Outdoor Festival Events. This year, we serviced over 150,000 residents of Allegheny County with of Free Programs.

SMALL BUSINESS BENEFITS

2023 Juneteenth Youth Fest/Black Heritage Celebration
(June 10-11)

We started this festival in 2021 with community Partners. This year we saw an estimated 3,000 participates.

We saw 32 small businesses who generated an estimated $30,975 and Profited $12,972.

2023 Juneteenth (June 16-19)

We are proud to report that this year we hosted the largest Juneteenth Celebration across the Country. We saw over 50,000 attendees from various locations and regions.

VisitPITTSBURGH estimated that Our Juneteenth Festival generated $3.5 mill in Tourism. See attached.

With the support of Dollar Bank, We had 100 Small Business participate in Juneteenth Business Plaza. These businesses generated an estimated $677,000 and saw a estimated profit of $195,000.

2023 Black Music Fest (July 13-15)

This year we saw an estimated 20,000 attendees for the Pittsburgh Black Music Fest. This Festival is recognized nationally as one of 7 Black events that African Americans are encouraged to attend in their lifetime.

VisitPITTSBURGH estimated that this Festival generated $1.2 mill in Tourism. See attached.

With the support of FNB, We hosted 65 Small Businesses for this event. These Businesses generated an estimated $382,000 and saw a profit of $108,000.

2023 Pittsburgh Soul Food Fest (Sept. 1-3)

We started this festival in 2019 despite resistance from current City Officials who did not (and do not) want Black Food Vendors in Downtown Pittsburgh. See secret Email exchange Below.

Nevertheless, and despite the newest of this Festival, we have been NATIONALLY recognized as 1 of 7 Black Festival events that people across the Country must attend.

This year we saw over 20,000 attendees. We are currently waiting on a Tourism Financial Impact Report from VisitPITTSBURGH.

During the Soul Food Festival we hosted 77 small businesses. These Businesses generated an estimated $541,000 and profited $231,000.

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We are extremely happy and proud about the work and small effects we are making in the City of Pittsburgh in support of all communities – we believe that every resident benefits from these events.

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Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden at Phipps (OPENS FRI., NOV. 17)

Holiday Magic! Tickets On Sale Now
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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Strong II Dry Cleaners Seeking Part-Time Delivery Driver for Our Homewood Location

Strong II Dry Cleaners, a third-generation family-owned dry-cleaning company, is hiring a part-time delivery driver for our Homewood location.

Estimated Schedule Monday-Friday; varying hours between 9am-6pm; Possibly Saturdays varying hours between 10:30 am-3:30 pm *schedule is as needed.

Pay: $15/hr

Objective: To execute pickup and delivery orders.

Vibe: You will be the face of the company outside of the store. We are looking for someone who is an outgoing and engaging self-starter, while also maintaining a level of empathy and humility when dealing with customers and co-workers. This job requires thinking quickly on your feet, problem solving with staff for clients in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner.  Continue reading

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Expired: Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Manager of LRT Systems and Power

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Manager of LRT Systems and Power to manage all activities and employees within the Power, and LRT Systems Departments of Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT).  Responsible for administrative activities, outside contracts and capital project activities related to substations, overhead lines, catenary, and signals.  Investigates maintenance problems and initiates corrective actions. Oversees, develops and administers standardized programs designed to comply with applicable organizational policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:  

  • Directs and supervises the Assistant Managers of LRT Systems and Power Departments.
  • Manages all activities associated with the daily scheduling of preventive maintenance and repair activities related to PRT substations, overhead lines, catenary, and signal systems.
  • Maintains all systems at a high status of readiness and supplies immediate repair support under any emergency conditions.
  • Manages and monitors assigned budgets and ensures expenditures of approved budgets are in conformance with PRT fiscal procedures. Provides justification for variances to the operating and capital budgets.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here. (PDF)

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2023 Holiday Bazaar and Marketplace at Morgan-Lee Arts Centre on Saturday, Dec 2nd from 11 am to 5 pm

VENDOR REGISTRATION
5678hdat.org/vendor
Or Call 412.925.3695

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WCDC Spotlight: Karen Denton, KSC Commercial Cleaning Service

September is a significant month for Karen Denton, CEO of KSC Commercial Cleaning Service, headquartered on South Avenue in Wilkinsburg. The 1st commemorates when she started her business, the 7th celebrates her birthday, and September 2002 marks when she had her first of four aneurysms.

“21 years surviving, 13 years in business, and I just turned 63,” said Denton. “The name of my business is KSC, which stands for Karen’s Second Chance. I thought the name of the company was for me, but it was for people like me who need a second chance. Every time I wanted to quit, God gave me more contracts or more people. Whichever one I needed, he provided, so I kept going. Now I know that I’m in my purpose. I think that’s why he saved me, for all the business owners and families that my company helps.” Continue reading

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Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #63 | Interview with Arthur Chileshe, Manager, Distribution Engineering, Duquesne Light Company

 

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Downtown Pittsburgh Property and Business Owners Want Black Festival Goers Out

Since 2019 Stop the Violence Pittsburgh, lead by B. Marshall, has hosted the annual Soul Food Festival in Downtown Pittsburgh which is a celebration of Black culture and heritage in Pittsburgh.

In a recent notice from Highwoods Properties Ownership Mr. Marshall was informed that Downtown Property and Business Owners would like him to move the Soul Food Festival from PPG Plaza because Black music and attendees are to “noisy” and they cause logistics problems for businesses:

Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival organizer
fighting to keep location from moving

The founder said that the event boosted the economy
for not only vendors but also local businesses.

However, the Owners of PPG Plaza have not demanded that White attendees of other Festival events inside PPG Plaza to leave or relocate to other spaces

This year the Picklesburgh Festival bragged of hosting 200,000 attendees in the same PPG Plaza location.

Marshall is requesting a meeting with Property Owners to resolve this issue and we need you to email: ANDY.WISNIEWSKI@jll.com and raise your concerns about this discriminating actions.

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Get a Doula FREE of charge! We are looking for expecting families in Wilkinsburg.

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Grandma Sang’s Bed and Breakfast – Nestled in the heart of Lower Burrell

Welcome to Grandma Sang’s Bed and Breakfast – a haven of tranquility and spiritual rejuvenation nestled in the heart of Lower Burrell. Step into a world where comfort and serenity embrace you, creating a peaceful retreat for weary travelers and seekers of solace.
From meditation, sacred dance, massage and yogic retreats to journaling and wellness workshops, we curate a diverse range of experiences that nurture both the individual and the community.

www.ourhousedevelopment.com

412.916.6922 or 412.213.8120

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[Virtual Webinar] Speaking on It: The Importance and Value of Black men within their Families and Communities | Saturday, Oct 21st 11am to 1pm EST

Register Here> https://bit.ly/3ZNbHNW

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Housing Authority City of Pittsburgh | Housing Choice Voucher Program

CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS

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First Commonwealth Bank | Better Careers Begin Here.

www.fcbanking.com

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Keeping Your Community Safe from COVID 19

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Pennsylvania Lottery | Celebrate Like You Mean It.

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Floyd King Presents with CC Community Production LLC: Eddie Baccus Jr. on Nov 17 & Wayne Barber on Nov 18

For More Information, Call 412-758-0109
OR CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS ONLINE

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Outdoor Program Specialist Position with Girl Scouts Western PA

POSITION:   Outdoor Program Specialist

Status:   Full-time

Location:  office location can be Pittsburgh or Greensburg; eligible for mobile status

While full-time remote work is available, frequent travel throughout western PA is required, and during the summer months, the Outdoor Program Specialist is required to frequently be at Camp Redwing in Renfrew, PA  

Starting salary: $ 36,000-$38,000

Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

Position Description:

If you have a passion for outdoor education, high adventure, and empowering girls and young women – and you have the experience to back it up, then we want you for our team!  When you work at camp, you’ll build your resume with outdoor certifications and real-life leadership, communication, and problem-solving experiences that employers are looking for – all while getting paid.

As a member of the Outdoor Program Team, you will help design, coordinate, and lead large events and outdoor programs which provide a high-quality experience, are girl-driven, and girl-focused. You will ensure that all activities adhere to quality and safety standards, address the needs and interest of members, are consistent with the Girl Scout Mission, and are equally accessible to all girls served by Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania.

To view the complete job description
and learn how to apply, Click Here. (PDF)

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Phipps’ Fall Flower Show: Hometown Harvest | Starting Sat., Oct. 7 for THREE WEEKS ONLY!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

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New Board of Directors Elected for Pittsburgh Black Media Federation

The Pittsburgh Black Media Federation (PBMF) is gearing up for a new era with the announcement of its newly elected board of directors, following elections held on September 28, 2023.

Deborah Todd, an associate opinion editor at The Hill, a renowned newspaper and digital media company focusing on politics and international affairs, has been elected as PBMF’s President. Todd, a Pittsburgh native and award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in Reuters, Forbes, and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, expressed her commitment to PBMF’s mission of serving Black communities and journalists. Continue reading

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DLC is here for you.

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THE FRICK PITTSBURGH PRESENTS | Pittsburgh and the Great Migration: Black Mobility and the Automobile

THE FRICK PITTSBURGH PRESENTS
Pittsburgh and the Great Migration: Black Mobility and the Automobile

Get $8 Tickets with Promo Code SOULPITT!

Open Now!
Car and Carriage Museum

The automobile transformed the American landscape, and in doing so, it changed the lives of Black Americans. Two million African Americans courageously fled the South during the first wave of the Great Migration from 1916 to 1945. Pittsburgh neighborhoods like the Hill District became a haven for Black communities to thrive.

Buying a car was one of the first steps many took as they transitioned into the middle class. For Black Americans, buying a car in the mid-20th century was more than a symbol of making it; the automobile provided freedom of mobility.

Pittsburgh and the Great Migration will feature well-known favorites such as the 1914 Ford Model T Touring Car and a 1922 Lincoln Model L. You’ll also step back in time with period costumes and memorabilia.

Sponsored by PNC

Use promo code SOULPITT to save $2!

BUY TICKETS

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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | Experience Titanic Sat., October 21, 2023–Mon., April 15, 2024

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GoFundMe: In Support of Israel Mandley’s Family

On 24 July 2023 Israel Mandley suffered a swimming accident and sustained injuries which he was not able to recover from. He was pronounced brain dead on 25 July 2023. He remained on life support till 01 Aug 2023 at which time he donated four life-saving organs to four recipients.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND TO DONATE

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BikePGH is Hiring a Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator | Apply Today!

Apply Now: BikePGH.org/jobs

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Watson’s Friendship Academy is Hiring! Full-Time Teacher Job Openings

SCAN QR CODE OR CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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The Black Equity Coalition (BEC) is Seeking a Data Justice Project Director in Pittsburgh, PA

Introduction

The Black Equity Coalition (BEC) is excited to announce a transformational opportunity for someone to serve as a Data Justice Project Director in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The person hired will help to build an infrastructure enabling Pittsburgh residents to gain power in the decisions the City of Pittsburgh makes about data. They will also work with residents at a neighborhood level to help them use civic data to improve their communities. This opportunity will provide you with experience in establishing one of the first participatory data governance practices in an American city, and advance the mission of the BEC’s Data Justice Working Group.

This initiative will establish a “mini-public” deliberative body to engage in decisions that the City of Pittsburgh makes about data and technology, and co-design databases, data systems, data standards, processes, and policies that will serve as the foundation of the City’s emerging data governance process. In addition to building inclusive data governance practices in the early stages of the data life cycle, our initiative will also work in the later stages of the data life cycle. We’ll use data with neighborhood residents to develop and implement a plan for improving community health that incorporates data literacy opportunities and personal expression. 

About Us

The work of this initiative will be guided by a planning team that consists of the BEC, public health experts at the University of Pittsburgh, UrbanKind Institute (UrbanKind), the Western Pennsylvania Regional Data Center (WPRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh, the Community Robotics Education and Technology Empowerment Lab at Carnegie Mellon (CREATE Lab), and the City of Pittsburgh. These organizations came together at the start of the pandemic through the BEC’s Data Justice Working Group, and have been actively collaborating ever since. The person hired as the Data justice Project Director will work closely with working group leaders and members. The position will be housed at UrbanKind. 

The person hired for this position will enable the BEC Data Justice Working Group to advance its mission of providing, analyzing, and advocating for data to improve health outcomes and reduce inequities experienced by Black residents in Allegheny County. The Working Group members envision a public health and civic data ecosystem where systems, institutions, and individuals use data to improve the quality of life and well-being of Black communities. Data systems should be designed on anti-racist principles and be equitable and just. We value transparency, holding people, institutions, and systems accountable, taking action, acting with integrity, and encouraging public participation in data system design and data use.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Coordinating project activities.
  • Supporting communication among partners. 
  • Facilitating a process to select members of the mini-public deliberative body, and collaboratively design engaging activities to help City staff and members of the mini-public to work toward consensus in making decisions about data and technology.
  • Planning and hosting public meetings and engagements when opportunities for broader input to the deliberative process arise.
  • Telling the story about how residents have meaningfully influenced City decisions through blog posts, weeknotes, social media, and other communications channels.
  • Monitoring the growing number of reports, efforts and initiatives devoted to participatory data governance, and ensure that the work in Pittsburgh is visible to national and international audiences.
  • Defining, tracking, and finding meaning in performance measures related to this initiative.
  • Organizing neighborhood-level data literacy and planning activities to help residents collect and use data in their neighborhood.
  • Handling the administrative tasks that enable all of this work to happen, including providing stipends for community participants.
  • Contributing to proposals and other fundraising initiatives that will sustain and extend this effort. 
  • Related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

There is no one pathway into a career in civic data or public-interest technology. People from a variety of backgrounds have been able to forge impactful careers. If you have lived experience with some of the issues our work addresses and you enjoy working at the intersection of data and community, we encourage you to apply.

Must-have requirements for this position:

  • You have experience both handling responsibilities independently and working collaboratively with others. 
  • A Master’s degree is preferred, but people with extensive community-centered experience, especially within the greater Pittsburgh area are encouraged to apply no matter the academic credentials.
  • You have experience coordinating among many different partners and navigating the varied organizational and community contexts required for success.
  • You understand the potential impact of shared governance between the City and community when it comes to data and technology. You also see the importance of the governance provided to the initiative by partners in the Data Justice Working Group.
  • You are interested in supporting the civic data needs of people in our community, and are fluent in the language of data. You are familiar with the ways that data and technology is used by public-sector organizations.
  • You are a good listener and an effective communicator, are ready to learn, and comfortable helping people find consensus through a decision-making process
  • You are creative, detail-oriented and self-motivated, and can persevere when faced with a challenge.
  • You have an understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.
  • Because there will be extensive engagement with members of the Pittsburgh community, the person hired for this position will need to be based in Pittsburgh. 

Benefits

Our team is an ideal place for someone interested in making an impact. You will be in a position to help lead one of the first efforts to bring meaningful public participation to City-level data systems in the U.S. You’ll also be able to build a rich personal network through collaboration with our local partners and by connecting with peers in other places through communities of practice.  

Other members of the project team will be able to mentor, teach, and help you round out your experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to potentially incorporate some of your interests into your work. 

Apply

For more details and to apply for this job, submit using UrbanKind’s online form: https://urbankind-institute.careerplug.com/jobs/2140062/apps/new

Compensation is competitive ($70,000-$80,000) and commensurate with experience and includes health care benefits, 401k, flextime, and PTO. This position is currently funded for three years. The position will be housed at UrbanKind with primary supervision from two members of the BEC’s Data Justice Working Group.

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CHIP | Insuring Kids. Reassuring Parents.

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Soul Pitt Salutes Craig Dawson | Congratulations on Being Nominated as an Honoree of the 2023 Pittsburgh Courier Men Of Excellence Award!

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Beyond the Trigger | Community Discussion & Gun Lock Giveaway on Sept 30, 12-3 PM

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Beyond the Trigger | Community Discussion & Gun Lock Giveaway
on Saturday, Sept 30, 12-3 PM

@ UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center
6401 Penn Avenue, 15206

For more information, please call 412-866-4272

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Soul Pitt Quarterly’s Sizzling Summer 2023 Issue!

Introducing our sizzling Summer 2023 edition of Soul Pitt Quarterly, full of Soulful Summer Vibes Only! Look for this issue at one of our distribution locations to get your free copy before they are gone.

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The Morgan-Lee Arts Centre: Pittsburgh’s Newest EVENT SPACE For the Arts!

Our 29,000-square-foot campus sits on Webster Avenue, Wandless Street, and Bedford Avenue in the Historic Hill District of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. The campus consists of three buildings: The Morgan-Lee Arts Centre, The Juanita and Lloyd Morgan Residency, and the Carolyn and Harold Lee House.

www.5678HDAT.org/rentals
or call 412.925.3695

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Register for the 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s | Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Highmark Stadium

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND FOR MORE DETAILS

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EMSDC | Engage. Connect. Grow. Impact.

www.EMSDC.org

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Majors Mobile Detailing | Save 15% – End of Summer Special

MajorsMobile.com

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Support Healthy Start! #ONEDAY is on Aug 1st

You can also donate anytime at bit.ly/HSIDonate

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WCDC Receives $400K Grant to Support Vacant Property Restoration & Housing Improvements

WCDC Receives $400k To Help Empower Residents To Fight Back Against Wilkinsburg’s Growing Vacancy And Blight

The WCDC is pleased to announce that it has secured $400,000 in PA Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Funds (PHARE) from the PA Housing Finance Agency to support the Wilkinsburg Vacant Property Recovery Initiative. This initiative grew out of the WCDC and its Strong Neighborhoods Committee’s work, and it represents a collection of efforts and programs that provide funds and resources directly to community members interested in acquiring and rehabilitating vacant properties and/or to making exterior repairs and updates to their homes.

Through programs like the Homeowner Acquisition, Repair, and Preservation (HARP) Program and Vacant Property Recovery Initiative, PHARE funds will specifically support the WCDC’s work to provide financial and/or technical support to residents for:

  • much-needed home repairs;
  • vacant property acquisition to encourage new homeownership and preservation of Wilkinsburg’s housing stock;
  • and wills and estate planning funding to encourage existing homeowners to plan for the future of their property.

This is the third grant provided to the WCDC by PHFA since 2020, totaling $750,000 in support from the agency over the past three years. PHFA’s increasing support of the WCDC shows the effectiveness of the organization’s work and the need to continue addressing Wilkinsburg’s most pressing issues with dedicated, consistent funding to support capacity and program development.

Examples of how these funds have been used to impact the lives of Wilkinsburg residents include:

  • 30 applications submitted to acquire vacant properties and/or land have been submitted within the last two years with 12 properties successfully acquired to date.
  • 34 Wilkinsburg residents received grants of up to $10,000 in 2022 with 14 home repairs and/or renovations completed in the last year.
  • 19 residents have reached out for free legal assistance related to wills and estate planning with 7 completed so far.
  • 3 resident-driven neighborhood improvement plans have received technical assistance and funding to support phase one, with more funding planned for subsequent phases. The plans represent a concerted effort to address the vacancy and blight within these three focus areas and are a direct result of the WCDC’s Strong Neighborhoods Committee’s work and the 2022 WCDC Community Vacant Property Strategy.

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Losing your CHIP coverage could be costly | Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program

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UPMC Construction and Community Resource Center

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Losing your Medicaid coverage could be costly.

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Willissae’s Agency For Vision and Empowerment

Charlise Smith is the Founding Executive Director of Willissae’s Agency For Vision and Empowerment, WAVE. Named after her mother, Charlise made the decision to dedicate the agency, its purpose and mission to support the people and communities that had the greatest emotional, physical and financial need.

For more information about WAVE, visit:
www.waveoflife.org

Or call 412-573-9217
We are located at:
134 South Highland Ave, Suite 2B-1 Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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Spring has sprung and so has the Spring 2023 issue of Soul Pitt Quarterly Magazine!

We put a lot of love into this Spring 2023 issue of Soul Pitt Quarterly Magazine! Packed with 120 pages of resources, info, and articles about people in Western PA and Pittsburgh, you won’t want to miss it. Mental health experts and amazing youth interviews inside! And if you’re curious about how a man from Western PA ended up in Cali with a medical cannabis farm, we’ve got you covered. Plus, celebrating centenarians, women with style & grace, and much more! As always, thank you to our many loyal advertisers who help to keep this publication free for the community.

Pick up your free copy at distribution locations and dive into all the amazing content Spring 2023 has to offer.

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