Breaking barriers: Inside the Second Chance Initiative’s expungement program
The Second Chance Initiative offers eligible individuals the opportunity to have their Indiana conviction records expunged.
Solutions
Solutions highlights innovative ideas, programs, and partnerships addressing community challenges in Fort Wayne and beyond. Through solutions-focused reporting, the series explores how organizations, neighborhoods, and leaders are working together to improve health, housing, economic opportunity, and quality of life.
Bridging Allen County’s childcare gap
A new $2.5 million program in Allen County is taking aim at two sides of the local childcare crisis: families waiting for state assistance, and providers struggling to stay open while those families wait.
Turning dreams into reality: Meet the Burmese immigrant helping employers and job seekers connect
“I saw so many people in my community struggling to find jobs with good pay and benefits. I wanted to do something about it. I wanted to help them build their dreams.”
Fort Wayne’s streets can be dangerous without a car – advocates say the fix starts with a plan
Advocates ask Fort Wayne to push forward with “Complete Streets” by adopting a refreshed, city-owned multimodal transportation plan.
Rethink Your Route and Join us at the YLNI Farmers Market on September 13
Input Fort Wayne is inviting you to Rethink Your Route and try a new way of getting around – without a car. Whether on foot, bike, bus, scooter, or skateboard, join us at the YLNI Farmers Market on September 13 using alternative transportation.
Developing animation talent and providing opportunities: PQC Trains Toon Boom Classes
“We did all of our homework, and now we just need people to know that we’ve got this great program. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
Partner Partner Content Meet the organizations working to connect Northeast Indiana residents to local farmers
“Choice of food is such a huge part of dignity for people. That’s why efforts like HEAL Markets and Double Up matter so much. They enable families to choose the vegetables and produce they actually want and will use, creating a real connection between farmers and communities.”
A ‘one-stop shop’ for comprehensive health education
“We seek to serve all students and better their health and well-being, one program and one event at a time.”
‘Strong neighborhoods build strong cities’: Fort Wayne’s ground-up approach to community development
“We’re out in the neighborhoods as much as possible. Whether we’re at coffee shops, during neighborhood walks, or even standing at local markets, our goal is to build authentic relationships.”
