This Street View series on Detroit's corridors is made possible with support from the Ford Foundation. Model D highlights equitable development work and economic growth led by Detroit-based residents, grassroots organizations, and community development groups.
"This beautiful monument now stands as a reminder that the fight for justice is everyone's fight," says Crystal Perkins, City of Detroit General Services Department Director. "The relationship shared between Dr. Liuzzo and Mrs. Evans is a perfect example of sisterly love."
“Opening this new facility will mean horses play a far greater role in our students’ lives, at a space our students can count on and where they can take ownership. We are building an asset for the community and a launching pad for students to have successful futures,” says Detroit Horse Power Executive Director David Silver.
"The Black Footwear Forum has evolved into a nationwide movement, shining a spotlight on the diverse and impactful contributions made by Black creatives within the American footwear industry on a daily basis," says Matt Priest, President and CEO of the FDRA.
“I started EMIY because I saw the need for male mentors for boys and young men. Boys aren’t getting the support and encouragement they need, so I decided to bring that to them,” says EMIY Inc. founder Calvin Mann.
To fully harness Detroit's potential as a climate haven, it is imperative to recognize and address the city's industrial legacy and ecological shortcomings. We take a closer look at flood risk areas within Detroit, with Jefferson Chalmers and Southwest Detroit/Dearborn emerging as critical zones on the risk map.
Just 30% of available jobs in Detroit are held by Detroit residents. What does the population vs employment opportunities actually look like? We dive in.
“As we see more investments in Northwest Detroit, developments like Orchard Village Apartments will help ensure that Detroiters will be able to stay and be a part of its growth,” says Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate.
A recent grant from the National Park Service will aid historic preservationists’ efforts to maintain and preserve the historic headquarters of the Detroit Association of Women’s Club (DAWC).
“By providing ownership opportunities and affordable rental housing, the Mapleridge duplex project is enhancing generational wealth and household stability for the Osborn neighborhood," says Julie Schneider, director of the City of Detroit’s Housing and Revitalization Department.
"Public feedback is one of the major components of this study, so we want to extend opportunities for input a while longer," says Amanda Treadwell, urban field planner for the DNR Parks and Recreation Division.
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