UIX: The passions of Young Nation
Founded in 2008, Young Nation's mission is to promote holistic development of youth in urban settings through building relationships, community education, and passion-driven projects.
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Model D Speaker Series: Do the right thing
Join us tonight at Willys Overland Lofts for our next Model D Speaker Series and the debut of two short films about Avalon and City Living Detroit before their nationwide release.
Giving it all away: Dinner’s on us for Detroit Restaurant Week
Organizers from Paxahau Productions and Model D are once again combining on a Detroit Restaurant Week promotion that you won't be able to refuse.
Let’s get innovative: Join us Wednesday to launch UIX
Calling all Detroit doers and changemakers to the launch event for the Urban Innovation Exchange, a new network for people turning ideas into action.
Michigan’s Transportation Odyssey kicks off this week
The Michigan Transportation Odyssey sets off on a three-day voyage from Detroit Metro Airport to Traverse City using only public transit. Sister publication Metromode kicks things off with a speaker series event March 21 at The Reserve in Birmingham.
Partnering for transformation: Get ready, Detroit
When it launches later this month, this new initiative will help more Detroiters participate in the city’s growing social innovation movement by telling stories of new leaders, and creating easy opportunities for people to learn about, take part in and lead local efforts.
Model D Speaker Series: Growing Companies
Join Model D Wednesday at the newly renovated M@dison Building, home to Detroit Venture Partners and a growing family of companies, for a conversation about getting from startup to second stage. Registration begins now.
From us to you: Happy holidays, see you in January
Yes, Detroit, 'tis the season to be enjoying the holidays with family and friends. That's what we'll be doing. Stay warm and cozy, wherever you are. We'll see you back here Jan. 10.
Shifting Gears: IdeaLab to showcase Detroit entrepreneurs and innovators
For our second IdeaLab collab with the University of Michigan, we've invited people building stronger communities and addressing social needs in Detroit. The event is Jan. 20. Register now.
