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.

Hip Hop Caucus brings culture, community, and political power together this weekend as its “Barz & Ballots” event arrives in Flint

Hip Hop Caucus aims to turn artistic expression into grassroots action as its “Barz & Ballots” event.

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Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce

The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.

Mental health equity: Changes, challenges, and paving a path forward

“Health equity has always been an uphill battle. But without intentional investment and consistency, we risk sliding backward." Marianne Huff

Applications open for Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub Grant Program

Genesee County small businesses can apply for grants up to $15,000 through the Flint & Genesee Small Business Support Hub. Deadline: Oct. 31.

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Autism Hero Walk: Grab your capes and get ready to fly!

Join 5,000 families at the Detroit Zoo Sept. 20 for the Autism Hero Walk, celebrating Michigan’s autism community with fun, support, and resources.

Adriana Lanice, CEO of La BelleWerk and producer of the 810 Fashion Show, has undeniably left her mark on Flint, pictured on July 15, 2025.
The power, poise, and passion of Adriana Lanice

As the founder of La BelleWerk and producer of the 810 Fashion Show, Adriana Lanice is mentoring the next generation while redefining what fashion means in her hometown.

Monica Smith, Yevgenia Gazman, and Christine Sauvé, MIRC Detroit Office.
ရ ွှေ့ရ ြောင််းရေထိိုင်သူမိသြော်းစိုမ ြော်းအ ား ပစ်မှတ်ထ ားတ ိုက်ခ ိုက်ခခင်ားသည် ကရ ်းသူငယ်မ ြော်း၏

Community-based organizations report that approximately 15% of students  withdrew from preschool programs within weeks due to immigration enforcement activity. 

Monica Smith, Yevgenia Gazman, and Christine Sauvé, MIRC Detroit Office.
Ataques a las familias inmigrantes y lo que eso significa para la educación temprana

En 2024, los educadores de la primera infancia en el suroeste de Detroit observaron una caída significativa en la inscripción preescolar tras el aumento de la actividad de control de inmigración. Aunque el descenso no fue documentado oficialmente en ese momento, las organizaciones comunitarias informan que aproximadamente el 15% de los estudiantes fueron retirados de los programas preescolares del área en cuestión de semanas.  

Lock Arms and Unite for Autism: Campaign commits to continued advocacy and support

AAOM’s current fundraising campaign, Lock Arms and Unite for Autism seeks to raise $31,000 to support its services for the one in 31 people diagnosed with autism in Michigan. 

Led by Julie Hugunin and powered by community support, FRYE Music Camp offers free instruction, instruments, and mentorship from Flint-connected musicians.
Inside the heart and soul of FRYE Music Camp with Julie Hugunin

Led by Julie Hugunin and powered by community support, FRYE (Flint Rocks Youth Empowerment) Music Camp offers free instruction, instruments, and mentorship from Flint-connected musicians.

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