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Big Brothers Big Sisters Washtenaw County celebrates three decades of service with #Big30Campaign
Read full article: Big Brothers Big Sisters Washtenaw County celebrates three decades of service with #Big30CampaignVolunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters Washtenaw County have mentored and guided local children and teens for 30 years.
Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan launches Spring 2021 season
Read full article: Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan launches Spring 2021 season(Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)Girls on the Run Spring 2021 programming will practice enhanced safety measures due to the pandemic. ANN ARBOR – Registration will be opening soon for Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan’s spring season. This will be the organization’s 19th spring season, and its purpose goes far beyond running. Virtual programming will be available for the Spring 2021 season. (Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan)The program begins the week of March 22 and lasts eight weeks.
New mentorship program in Detroit aims to break poverty cycle
Read full article: New mentorship program in Detroit aims to break poverty cycleDETROIT – A new program in Detroit aims to end generational poverty by pairing children who have had adverse experiences with a paid, professional mentor for 12 years. It’s a unique idea that has proven successful in other cities -- and now, Friends of the Children is starting a Detroit chapter. Friends of the Children’s goal is to give children a consistent and caring adult in their life. The nonprofit pairs children who face several systemic obstacles with a professional mentor, called a Friend. More information on Friends of the Children Detroit can be found on its official website or its official Facebook page here.
Detroit brothers address racism, inspire positive change through mentoring youth
Read full article: Detroit brothers address racism, inspire positive change through mentoring youthWe believe that as you mature -- in your lifestyle, as a person -- your wardrobe should match that, Dekoven Humes said. The Humes brothers recognize in some situations, though, no matter what you wear, those who harbor hatred still wont respect you. The brothers are encouraging people of all races to consider how they can also create positive change and address the nations inherited issue of racism. What are we going to do to make the change on something that we all inherited? said Dekoven Humes. The Humes Brothers said its important to have those tough conversations, not with just your friends and family members, but with your coworkers.
Internships go digital during pandemic
Read full article: Internships go digital during pandemicInternships are going digital. At the beginning of the pandemic a Metro Detroit company pivoted and will offer students a virtual intern experience this summer. You know, right now the world is in flux. But personally, I have found that like, its harder than that, like it takes time to find somebody thats right for you. And thats really going to make an impact on you, said 20-year-old MSU student, Livvy Wiegel.