Explore the multilayered narratives of Blackness at the art exhibition, Multifaceted: A Retrospective of Work by Jason Philips. Curated by Chelsea Flowers, the exhibit showcases the work of Philips, a Black Detroiter who creates paintings, mixed media, murals, and tattoo …
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Panel: How Teaching Critical Race Theory in Schools Prepares Youth to Create an Equitable Future
Key Takeaways: Critical race theory (CRT) is the exploration of how history has shaped today’s American social institutions, but it has become a catchall for anything related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Everyone has a moral responsibility to learn about …
Continue ReadingDetroit Teacher and Youth Restoring Idlewild, the Historical Vacation Spot for Black People
Black Enterprise Nov. 17, 2021 Jeroslyn Johnson Thanks to a former teacher in Detroit, many will be reminded that Idlewild is more than just a movie starring the rap group Outkast. When inspiration struck for her latest outdoor project, Maria …
Continue ReadingPanel of Detroit Women Talk Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Small Businesses, the Detroit Hustle, and Affordable Capital
Key Takeaways: Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is not a favor. It is a good financial business decision. DEI requires focusing on the largest and smallest businesses to ensure …
Continue ReadingSurvey Results: Supporting Detroit Minority Businesses Through Access to Capital
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago has been conducting a survey of small and micro minority businesses in Detroit to highlight their experiences with access to capital and financing both before and during the pandemic. In a webinar, a panel of experts gathered to share preliminary findings and examine how these small and micro businesses fared during the pandemic and their near-term outlook.
Continue ReadingTop Women Leaders in Michigan’s Cannabis Industry Talk Challenges, Resources, and Social Equity During Nov. 9 Panel
In 2008, Michigan became the 13th state in the United States to legalize medical cannabis. Ten years later, a 56% vote legalized recreational cannabis with licensed sales starting in 2019. With …
Continue ReadingDetroit Children’s Fund Partners with Four of Detroit’s Nonprofit Charter School Networks to Reduce Racial Equity Gap and Create Opportunities for High School Students
The Detroit region currently has some of the largest racial equity gaps in the U.S. One of those gaps is the white and Black college graduation rates, with 60% white students and only 26% Black students graduating. In turn, this …
Continue ReadingEMU Invites Michigan Entrepreneurs to Apply for the Executive Certificate in Entrepreneurship and $25,000 Venture Challenge to Launch Their Start-up
Crain’s Detroit Business Nov. 8, 2021 Eastern Michigan University The Center for Entrepreneurship at Eastern Michigan University is launching a new program, supported by university alumni and community partners, to help aspiring entrepreneurs take their ideas to the market. The …
Continue ReadingRecap: Aligning Your External DEI Commitments to Your Internal Organization
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is top-of-mind for most employees, but conveying those values and garnering buy-in from leadership, clients, and customers can be challenging. Communications experts during a PRNEWS webinar shared where to start and how to approach these sometimes uncomfortable, complex conversations.
Continue ReadingFirst Muslim and Arab American Mayors Make History in Wayne County Mayoral Races
Municipal elections in Metro Detroit saw history-making results for the region’s growing Arab and Muslim American community. Three communities in Wayne County elected their first Muslim and Arab mayors.
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