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Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Public Health Commission will host the annual Break-Up Summit for teens on July 31, 2025, at Simmons University. This year's theme, "Unscripted Love," focuses on navigating relationships in the digital age, encouraging open discussions on the impact of social media. The event aims to prevent teen dating violence and promote healthy relationship dynamics.
Boston has been invited to join the World Culture Cities Forum, becoming the sixth U.S. city in the network. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized Boston's commitment to cultural equity and innovation, highlighting initiatives that expand access to the arts. The city aims to strengthen its role as a global cultural leader through this collaboration.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the allocation of $1.7 million from the Neighborhood Jobs Trust to support 14 community organizations in Boston. The funding aims to provide job training and support services to approximately 600 residents, helping them access higher-paying jobs and career pathways.
The Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA, awarded scholarships to six emerging writers from Boston for its summer workshops. The scholarships cover tuition, lodging, and stipends for travel and food, aimed at supporting diverse artistic voices.
Boston appointed Shin-pei Tsay as the new Chief Research and Data Officer within the Innovation and Technology Cabinet. Tsay, who previously led the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics, aims to enhance city services through data and analytics.
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the opening of applications for Boston's 2026 Youth Development Fund, a $1.5 million initiative aimed at enhancing youth programming for ages 14-24. The fund prioritizes support for non-profit organizations aligned with the Mayor's Connect, Learn, Explore commitment, with applications due by August 26, 2025.
Boston officials announced $5 million in grants for community-led coalitions aimed at improving health and economic security in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan. This funding is part of a broader initiative to close the life expectancy gap in Boston by 2035. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized the importance of economic mobility as a critical factor in achieving better health outcomes.
Copp’s Hill Burying Ground underwent a significant gravestone conservation project from 2018 to 2024, addressing over 2,230 grave markers. The initiative, funded by $204,400 in grants, involved multiple phases to repair and reset gravestones impacted by age and weather exposure. The project faced challenges due to the site's difficult access and increased costs during the COVID period.
Boston Parks and Recreation will host its second annual "Putting for Parks" golf tournament to raise funds for youth sports and fitness programs. The event aims to engage the community while supporting free recreational activities offered by the department's recreation division.
Boston officials warn residents of a heat advisory as temperatures soar between 90 and 97 degrees. Mayor Michelle Wu and Chief of Emergency Preparedness Adrian Jordan emphasize the importance of staying hydrated and utilizing available cooling resources. The city is enhancing heat relief efforts, including open pools and splash pads, as emergency calls increase during heat waves.