Diversity & Equity

Coverage of programs that deal with gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability, and socioeconomic status; are focused on fair access to resources and opportunities; and, those that create environments where people feel welcome, respected, and fully accepted.

An Oakland County nonprofit is brewing success for immigrant entrepreneurs

Immigrant business owners and entrepreneurs can help revitalize and sustain Michigan’s economy.

Latest in Diversity & Equity
Planet Smilez program gives students hands-on dental career experience

Indiana University hosted the one-day Planet Smilez Discovering Dentistry Symposium. The mobile program next heads to Michigan universities, expanding students’ exposure to dental careers through hands-on experiences.

Hope Starts Here stabilizing early childhood services in wake of policy changes

Long-term perspective keeps Hope Starts Here imperatives relevant despite policy changes.

Detroit Author Curtis Chin is bringing stories of family, food, and identity to Port Huron

Curtis Chin, an LGBTQ+ author, is visiting Port Huron on his Michigan Great Reads book tour. The moderated conversation and book signing of “Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant” takes place on Thursday, April 16.

Leadership program helps dental directors improve care in underserved communities

Program supports dental leaders in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana with skills to manage clinics, improve care, and advocate for underserved patients.

Michigan Shines for Autism Gala raises funds, spreads the word, and promises a fun-filled evening
Ferndale photographer gets international spotlight with nomination for People’s Choice Award

A Ferndale photographer is gaining international recognition for his macro photography. His photo, “Ready to Pounce,” showcasing the beautiful exotic ambush bug, is in the running for the global People’s Choice Award vote in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

“We’re home now,” Hazel Park’s new Romanian restaurant Bar Gabi blends old-world flavors with a modern twist

Romanian couple Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan are blending soul and childhood memories of cooking with family by serving up classic Romanian dishes with a modern edge in Hazel Park’s newest bistro.

Day-long conference connects Michigan’s autism community with services, resources — and each other

Few spaces exist where autistic children and adults feel free to be themselves. The NAT Conference aims to be one of them.

From past, present to future, Oak Park celebrates Black history year-round

Oak Park has a long history of celebrating diversity, from Black History Month to its pinnacle summer Juneteenth event.

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