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DA-NETWORK
HOUSING TO HONOR SEN. KITCHEN
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Kitchen |
PHILADELPHIA, October 16
- For her leadership and accomplishments in
her senatorial district, state Sen. Shirley
Kitchen is one of three recipients of this
year’s “Making A World Of Difference: One
Household At A Time Award.”
Da-Network Housing, which provides housing
workshops, seminars and counseling to help
those in need of housing, presents this
award to city leaders for their career
achievements.
“I am truly honored to accept this award,
and it reminds me that I can’t do my job
without partnerships with organizations like
Da-Network Housing,” said Kitchen
(D-Philadelphia). “Da-Network Housing is an
important resource in Philadelphia because
it provides people with the tools they need
to improve their quality of life.”
The award ceremony will take place at 11:30
a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 19 at McCormick &
Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant in Center City.
City Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell
and Carl Greene, the executive director of
the Philadelphia Housing Authority, are also
being honored this year.
“Each of them is unique and special. They
have built great legacies and their hand
prints can be seen throughout the city of
Philadelphia," said Danette James, CEO of Da-Network
Housing.
Kitchen added, “As city leaders, we are
obligated to represent our citizens and do
everything we can to improve their quality
of life. I will continue to fight for fair
housing and access to reliable resources for
my constituents.” |
