The community of Southwest DC has seen many answers to the question of how to revitalize the neighborhood in recent years, such as the development of new dining, shopping and residential options. One Southwest-based nonprofit, Techbridge Girls-DC, believes that communities also thrive in the long-term when we invest in the […]
DC Career Fair at Arena Stage on April 17
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, in partnership with Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen, At-Large Councilmember Elissa Silverman, At-Large Councilmember Robert White, Jr. and the DC Department of Employment Services, opens its doors for the 12th semi-annual DC Career Fair on Wed., April 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Mead […]
Following up on Black History Month: Lessons in Leadership
On Feb. 25, the Southwest Neighborhood Assembly (SWNA) History Task Force hosted a stirring program focused on Black History at Arena Stage. The program, arranged and emceed by Black History Subcommittee Chair Thelma D. Jones, was full of impactful moments, from the wonderful music to the powerful story told by […]
SW Community Gardens to Host Spring Kick-off Event; Pull Weeds and Plant Seeds on April 20
It is April, which means spring is springing and it is time to get our hands in some Southwest soil! SW Community Gardens is excited to host its 6th Annual Spring Kick-off Event on April 20, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Lansburgh Park at 1098 Delaware Ave., SW. If you […]
Computer-for-Kids holds Graduation Ceremony
The Southwest Neighborhood Assembly Youth Activities Task Force (SWNA YATF) held its Computer-for-Kids (CFK) Computer Training Graduation Ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 26, for the latest three students to complete the training program. The graduation’s theme, “Using Technology to Enable New Learning Experiences and Empower Educational Effectiveness,” allowed the guest speakers […]
Feeling Stuck? Tips to Move Forward
Only as high as I can grow. Only as far as I seek can I go. Only as deep as I look can I see. Only as much as I dream can I be. –Karen Ravin As a personal development life coach, I often hear about the challenge of being […]
Career Mentoring Program Launches in SW
D.C. Mentoring and Achievement Program (D.C. MAAP), a new workforce development program in Southwest D.C., opened its doors Saturday, Feb. 16. This new initiative will assist D.C. residents looking for entry-level jobs, particularly in the hospitality, entertainment and service sectors. The economic, racial and physical landscape of Southwest is changing […]