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DABO Detroit works to bridge gaps for Black residents
DABO oversees and facilitates carefully chosen programs that empower and service Detroiters like after-school programming, health services, and more.
“I said no:” A story too many women share
From silence to speaking out: honoring survivors and shedding light on the impact of violence against women.
116 portraits will transform vacant Corktown building into year-round cancer tribute
The concept grew out of Detroit Month of Design collaborations, when organizers began exploring how creative placemaking could address real community experience, as cancer is something nearly every family can relate to.
When everyone is welcome: How Michigan’s CCBHCs are changing care
CCBHCs have been improving access to quality mental health care for Michigan residents since 2021.
Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming
Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.
Detroit was once home to 18 Black-led hospitals – here’s how to understand their rise and fall
Detroit had approximately 18 Black-owned or Black-operated hospitals during the 1940s and ’1950s. Their decline followed structural and policy shifts. Hospital desegregation after World War II opened previously white-only hospitals to Black physicians and patients.
Health equity and representation drive Detroit dentist’s mission
Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care.
How Housing First stabilizes mental health
Without stable housing, meaningful mental health treatment is nearly impossible.
Install cameras, beef up training — and 5 other ways to fix Michigan nursing homes
If Michigan is to hold nursing homes more accountable for the care they provide, the first step might be in looking elsewhere.
DABO Detroit works to bridge gaps for Black residents
DABO oversees and facilitates carefully chosen programs that empower and service Detroiters like after-school programming, health services, and more.
“I said no:” A story too many women share
From silence to speaking out: honoring survivors and shedding light on the impact of violence against women.
116 portraits will transform vacant Corktown building into year-round cancer tribute
The concept grew out of Detroit Month of Design collaborations, when organizers began exploring how creative placemaking could address real community experience, as cancer is something nearly every family can relate to.
When everyone is welcome: How Michigan’s CCBHCs are changing care
CCBHCs have been improving access to quality mental health care for Michigan residents since 2021.
Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming
Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.
Detroit was once home to 18 Black-led hospitals – here’s how to understand their rise and fall
Detroit had approximately 18 Black-owned or Black-operated hospitals during the 1940s and ’1950s. Their decline followed structural and policy shifts. Hospital desegregation after World War II opened previously white-only hospitals to Black physicians and patients.
Health equity and representation drive Detroit dentist’s mission
Once inspired by a high school mentor, Dr. Michele Bloxson now advances health equity through public dentistry and trauma-informed care.
How Housing First stabilizes mental health
Without stable housing, meaningful mental health treatment is nearly impossible.
Install cameras, beef up training — and 5 other ways to fix Michigan nursing homes
If Michigan is to hold nursing homes more accountable for the care they provide, the first step might be in looking elsewhere.
