Diversity & Equity

Citizen action team members in the Citizenship for Health program discuss their mission and vision for community issues they want to take action on.

Detroit program engages community members to democratically develop solutions to health disparities

An innovative initiative is chipping away at health disparities in Detroit’s Hope Village neighborhood by looking to community members as leaders and learners in their own lives.

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Since being diagnosed with dementia, Monica Downer (center, being interviewed) has become an activist for awareness of her disease.
PODCAST: Dementia disparities in communities of color

Dementia is challenging for everyone, but it takes a particularly heavy toll in communities of color. Here's how people living with dementia, researchers, and activists are working to change that in Michigan.

The Juneteenth Block Party will be held Sun, June 18, at Creative 360.
Juneteenth Block Party returns June 18

The second annual Juneteenth celebration will be held on  on Sunday, June 18, at Creative 360. The family-friendly event includes free food and entertainment, activities, and more. 

Great Lakes Bay Pride Celebrates Pride Month

Community invited to activities that promote belonging for all.

Regional celebrations of Great Lakes Bay Pride Month take place throughout June

Yard signs, a pop-up event, a night with the Loons, and a festival in Downtown Bay City all are part of the 2023 celebration of Pride Month.

U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism.
Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates Supreme Court decision

U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism  

MiGen Executive Director Angela Gabridge and Program Director Kat Mehrer.
Detroit nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ older adults adopts new name reflecting statewide focus

The Ferndale-based nonprofit MiGen is working to create safer, healthier communities for LGBTQ+ older adults across Michigan.

Dr. Lynn Todman and Dr. Willie Lawrence at the Center for Better Health and Wellness.
Center for Better Health and Wellness tackles health disparities beyond COVID in Benton Harbor

Established to address COVID-19-related health disparities, the center has pivoted to address additional unique health needs in predominantly Black Benton Harbor.

Breaking Bread Village leads the conversation

The founder of a unique Midland non-profit is creating opportunities for people to talk about challenging issues in our times.  

MLK Jr. Drum Major Award recipient Smallwood Holoman, Jr. of Midland
Profile Q&A with Smallwood Holoman

In this Profile Q&A, we meet Smallwood Holoman Jr., a recipient of this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major Award. His efforts have had an impact on our community and beyond.  

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