We want to put people in the rooms where decisions are made that impact us all. Philly Documenters is part of the Documenters Network, a national network created by City Bureau in Chicago. It aims to make public meetings more transparent and accessible by recruiting, training and paying Philadelphians to attend and take notes at public meetings across the city.

A group of 14 individuals with lived experience of the foster care system, as young people, parents, and family members of people in foster care, and also as foster parents. They review Our Kids stories and critique them, offer input into current reporting, and suggest stories.

We offer support in the areas of operational resilience, improving organizational culture, language and framing, collaborative journalism, community engagement, impact tracking, and more. Reach out to us with questions!

Join our network of Info Hub Captains — Philadelphia residents who know what’s going on in their neighborhoods and help us better understand the information needs of our audiences and respond accordingly. Our Equally Informed Newsletter is also always looking for community contributors who can share stories and resources.