We Are Culture Creators Providing Young Detroit Artists With Necessary Resources To Succeed In Music, LifeReyes, Co-Founder of We Are Culture Creators, joins Lisa Germani on Community Connect to discuss the collective and how it is helping young Detroit artists actualize their dreams in the world of music.
The History Behind Southwest Detroit's 'Blessing of the Lowriders'Founder of the Blessing of the Lowriders, Victor Villalobos, and Co-Founder of Inside Southwest Detroit, Erik Paul Howard, join Lisa Germani on Community Connect to talk about the history behind the blessing and what people can expect from the event this year.
The Diatribe Reclaims Space in Grand Rapids Neighborhoods for Community Art ProjectsMarcel "Fable" Price, Executive Director of The Diatribe, joins Lisa Germani on Community Connect to discuss this year's 49507 Project, as well as the various youth programming The Diatribe offers.
Pastor Heather Boone Looks to Rebuild Monroe Community through Oaks VillagePastor Heather Boone of Oaks Village joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to talk about Oaks Village and the services it provides to the community.
Alonzo "King Yadee" Stallworth Uses His Development, Music Businesses to Help Detroit's Youth Rebuild Their Own NeighborhoodsAlonzo "King Yadee" Stallworth, joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to discuss his goals to rebuild his childhood neighborhood, and how he's mentoring the community's youth along the way.
Mr. E in the D Inspiring Children to Find Joy in Education through Music, Creative ArtsEmmanuel Smith, Founder of Mr. E in the D, joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to talk about his life working with youth in communities and schools, and how these kids have changed his life just as much as he has changed theirs.
Growing Black Representation in the Sport of Ice Skating at Dream Detroit Skating AcademyCandice Tamakloe, Co-Founder of Dream Detroit Skating Academy, joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to talk about why Back representation is important in ice skating, and what it can mean for a young kid in the city to have access to the sport.
Author Shaka Senghor Talks Lessons Learned After 19 Year Prison Sentence, New Book Written For His SonsAuthor Shaka Senghor joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to talk about his life-story, and what he hopes to achieve in his writing when it comes to Black men in America.
House of Providence - Until Ever Child Has A HomeMaggie Dunn, founder of House of Providence, joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to talk about how the organization uniquely helps children of foster care, and what the future looks like for their programs.
The Importance of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Detroit's Volunteer MentorsJeannine Gant, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Detroit, joins Lisa Germani on Community Connect to talk about the organization, the importance of its volunteers, and how you can get involved.
Key2Finesse Youth Group Raises $75,000 For Gift Of Life MichiganA group of teens in the Metro Detroit area raised $75,000 for Gift of Life as part of their annual fundraiser for various charities.
Playa Vs. Playa Offers E-Sporting In The Heart Of Detroit's WestsideSeeing the need for a safe space in the city, Detroit business owner opens a e-sporting lounge that offers competitive and casual play
Focusing on the Workforce of the Future with Grow Detroit's Young TalentMarie Hocker, Executive Director of Grow Detroit's Young Talent, joins Jackie Paige on Community Connect to give an overview of the programs that they offer and how they've benefited both Detroit's youth through workforce opportunities and Detroit businesses looking for young talent.
World Boxing Champion Uses Boxing To Mentor Youth In Physical, Mental EducationTony Harrison, two-time WBC Title holder and Owner of SuperBad Fitness, joins Lisa Germani on Community Connect to talk about why he created a program at SuperBad Fitness that focuses on improving the physical and mental education.