Marygrove College was founded by nuns. The tenets of the Catholic faith remained embedded into every part of the campus and curriculum, particularly, the three c’s of competence, commitment, and compassion. Meet three women carrying on the proud tradition as the college transitions into a new life as Marygrove Conservancy.
We compiled a shortlist of some of our favorite Detroit-focused IG accounts for you to follow and connect with and revel in the greatness of our city.
“Black people have been doing development in Detroit for as long as we've been a majority population. But the image is often one of white people doing things to our neighborhoods. I'm trying to flip that narrative by highlighting the work that Black people are actually doing.” -- Chase Cantrell
In this nod to Women’s History Month, Model D Editor At Large Biba Adams interviewed Yvette-Louise, also known as The Motown Witch, who opened her new metaphysical supply store in January with products like incense, candles, crystals, books, and more. She is creating a space for people and particularly women, to explore ancient magic rooted in self-love.
Oliver Wendell Holmes said that “where we love is home—home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts.”
Victims of police killings are often criminalized. For Sydney G. James, there is no justification. So she decided to use her art to be a voice for her disgust at yet another slaying of a Black person at the hands of those hired to protect and serve them.
The Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance recently received a $50,000 grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority to continue the program.
Bags to Butterflies is a workforce development program that provides employment and training opportunities for women re-entering society after serving time.
Native Detroiter and entrepreneur aims to give back to her community with new upscale restaurant, Ivy Kitchen and Cocktails.
So, how do you get unstuck? According to professional life coach Monica Marie Jones, meeting with a professional is an excellent start.
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