by Nicole McGruder | Sep 10, 2025 | health, Radio Show
Black Infant Mortality Crisis in Pennsylvania: Why It’s Happening and How Communities are Taking ActionBlack infant mortality has reached crisis levels in parts of Pennsylvania, with especially stark disparities in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh). Black babies are dying...
by Nicole McGruder | Jul 31, 2025 | health
Two days ago, something special happened in Philadelphia. When we opened the doors for the screening of the Ebony Canal documentary, we knew we were hosting an important event. But as I stood and looked out at the room, I saw it was something more. The room was filled...
by Nicole McGruder | Apr 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
On April 29, 2025, community members gathered for the “Judge the Judges” forum, a collaborative event organized by Elevate 215 under the leadership of Executive Director LaTrista Webb, alongside several partner organizations including Community Hero PA, Philadelphia...
by Nicole McGruder | Apr 29, 2025 | health
Community Hero PA at the 2025 Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit At Community Hero PA, our mission is to strengthen communities and advocate for equitable access to resources and well-being. Our recent attendance at the 2025 Pennsylvania Black Maternal...
by Nicole McGruder | Mar 26, 2025 | health
Health Disparities in Pennsylvania’s African American Communities: A Call to ActionIn Pennsylvania’s diverse communities, access to quality healthcare remains significantly uneven. At Community Hero PA, we witness firsthand how these disparities affect the...
