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2020: An Election to Celebrate
The 2020 elections have largely concluded and I think many of us are now breathing a sigh of relief. Of course, for those of us working to build a more inclusive economy will focus on what the elections mean for immigration policy (more on that below), but I think we...
Preparation Meets Opportunity: GTA Grad Reflects on Her Experience
Berenice López is a recent graduate of Global Detroit’s Global Talent Accelerator, a selective program that prepares international students and graduates for the US job market. A former project manager for General Motors from Mexico City, Berenice received her MFA in...
10 Years of Impact: 2010 – 2020 Impact Report + 2019 Annual Report
Ten years ago, the “Global Detroit Study” demonstrated the many contributions immigrants make in Southeast Michigan as drivers of economic growth. The report also recommended 11 initiatives that would, through immigrant inclusion, help us build a more prosperous...
Global Detroit Helps Small Businesses Weather COVID-19
Like so many others, Rahman Mohammad’s business came to a halt when the COVID-19 pandemic began and Governor Whitmer ordered non-essential businesses to close. Rahman is the owner of Bangla Remodeling, a Hamtramck-based construction company with a large number of...
Meet the Tapestry 2020 Honorees
As Global Detroit’s 10th Anniversary celebration nears, we are honored to celebrate five community leaders who reflect our commitment to building a more vibrant and inclusive Detroit and Southeast Michigan. These leaders will be honored with Inclusive Economies Awards...
East Davison Village Stays Rooted in Community Vision
East Davison Village is a tight-knit, largely African American community where many residents have lived for generations and family members often live within walking distance of one another. The neighborhood borders Banglatown, and joining the long-time residents are...
Welcoming Michigan Finds New Home at Global Detroit
Ten years ago Global Detroit launched with a strategy document based on 18 months of study and engagement with over 100 Southeastern Michigan’s business, economic development, health care, university, auto, philanthropic and immigrant community leaders. Top among the...
New Americans in Detroit
The impacts of COVID-19 are not limited to just those who have died or the 2.7 million Americans contracting the disease or the family members and loved ones of those stricken, as devastating—and disproportionately impactful to African-American, Latinx, Asian and...
Black Lives Matter. America Has Not Resolved Its Racist Legacies
It’s clear that expressions of empathy are not enough in this moment. It’s time for action and results. It’s time to pursue bold ideas, bold proposals and bold actions. Yes, we need to reform policing policies and, yes, we need to reverse cultural acceptance of the symbols of the Confederacy. But that’s just the beginning.
International Students Show Resilience During Pandemic
When the statewide stay-at-home order was first issued in March, Global Detroit had just launched the second cohort of our Global Talent Accelerator. We asked the seven competitively selected students if they wished to continue the program, which prepares...