Mar 7, 2022 | Neighborhoods
In Senegal, Mariama Keita designed and sewed clothing for a living–a career she had studied for in school. So when she had an opportunity to join Global Detroit’s Common Bond program, which brings immigrant and non-immigrant women together around textile arts, she not...
May 25, 2021 | Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Our Impact, Small Business
Lupita’s Ideal Beauty Salon Bertha Jimenez had always dreamed of owning a salon. Her opportunity came three years ago, when she purchased Ideal Beauty Salon, a 50-year-old Southwest Detroit institution. With plenty of experience–she runs Chilango’s Bakery with...
May 18, 2021 | Economic Development, Neighborhoods, Small Business
Md-Abdul Muhit was Global Detroit’s first community engagement specialist in Banglatown. He now serves as the District 3 Business Liaison for the Detroit Economic Growth Corp. and continues to guide Global Detroit’s work as a member of our Board of Directors. Muhit...
Sep 28, 2020 | Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Neighborhoods, Small Business
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...
Sep 11, 2020 | Economic Development, Neighborhoods
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...
Nov 21, 2019 | Neighborhoods
On Saturday October 12, we worked with Hamtramck residents to create a “We Are Hamtramck” mural in Veterans Park to celebrate and share our vision for the future Hamtramck Recreation District Park. This event was held in collaboration with TEN x TEN...
