Driving Change with Sharmain: Ending Racism

This episode of “Driving Change with Sharmain” is a thought-provoking conversation from UAC’s special forum – “Ending Racism: This is Not a Moment”– between Sharmain and Daniel Hilferty, former CEO of Independence Blue Cross. As as long-time colleagues and influential civic leaders, they discuss a blueprint for building a just and equitable society. Listen here.

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MLK Day is a day of service. 2021 is a time for action.

Dear Family and Friends, I always value the opportunity to honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Although MLK Day will look different this year, as we continue to adapt and adjust to the constraints of the COVID-19 pandemic, our communities are still inspired by the hope, realism, and spirit of service that…

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The Urban Affairs Coalition joins IBX and the Philadelphia Tribune’s “Our Community. Our Health.” Initiative

Sharmain Matlock-Tuner, President and CEO of UAC, is proud to join the Independence Blue Cross and The Philadelphia Tribune as a Campaign Ambassador of the “Our Community. Our Health” initiative. This special program aims to help improve the health of the African American community. African Americans are disproportionately affected by diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. It’s even more pronounced in our region.…

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