with Charles Ferrell, Director of Public Programs, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Posted Feb 23, 2017
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Since 1965, The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has been opening minds and changing lives through the exploration and celebration of African American history and culture.
Visit the Wright Museum on the web, facebook and twitter.
Recorded on February 16th, 2017.
Hosted by: Laurel HessProduced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team
Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:
Funding scientific research
Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention
Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention
Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide in our mission
The 100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, Inc. is a group of concerned African American men whose goal is to improve the quality of life in the African American community through their collective resources, abilities and experiences.
Recognizing the need to develop strong, vital and self-supporting communities, the organization has committed to helping African American youth achieve success in four (4) main focus areas: mentoring, education, health & wellness, economic development.
TechTown was founded in 2000 by Wayne State University, Henry Ford Health System and General Motors. In 2004, TechTown incorporated as a nonprofit and established its headquarters in a landmark 1927 Albert Kahn building just north of the Wayne State campus.
Originally founded to support tech-based spinoffs from the university, they soon realized that their incubation and acceleration strategies for tech companies could help strengthen neighborhood small businesses and commercial corridors across Detroit. Today, TechTown offers a full suite of entrepreneurial services for tech and neighborhood businesses, with satellite offices across the city.
Their five-story building serves as an entrepreneurial hub, housing the TechTown administrative offices, their J440 coworking community, meeting and event space, and numerous businesses working across sectors to drive progress in Detroit. TechTown works in close partnership with Wayne State’s Office of Economic Development, the university’s hub for catalyzing business activity in Midtown and across the Detroit region.
How is big data revealing consumers' behavior?Camille Nicita,President and CEO of Gongos, Inc. appears on Comcast Newsmakers with host Laurel Hess to discuss big data and how if affects consumers' behavior.
Covenant House Michigan is a faith-based nonprofit organization that provides hope to homeless, runaway and at-risk youth ages 18-24. They provide shelter, educational and vocational programs, as well as other support services, to help overcome hurdles such as homelessness, unemployment, inadequate education, violence, drugs and gangs. CHM's goal is to redirect them onto a path toward meaningful and successful adulthood.
CHM has come to be known by area young people as a place they can go to build a better future and be treated with respect and unconditional love. Over 60,000 youths have been served by CHM since its inception in September, 1997.
Community Care Services (CCS) is a nonprofit agency that serves people with mental health and substance use disorders. They operate a variety of programs for children and adults that focus on the individual’s unique needs. CCS starts with the person first — developing innovative services that provide the care, resources, and connections to help each person in the best way possible.
Recovery is possible. Recovery is defined as the process through which people find ways of living meaningful lives without ongoing symptoms of their conditions. We believe all people have the inherent right to find their individual path to what is meaningful, and we are here to support that process.
SignOn, a "Virtual Immersion Program," connects the hearing and deaf communities through authentic learning interactions. Through SignOn,?ASL learners have the unique opportunity to communicate one-on-one with a Deaf ASL Ambassador that has grown up using ASL as a first language. SignOn gives people the confidence they need to engage with the Deaf Community while practicing and retaining language techniques.
Ashlee Trempus of SignOn Connect talks about how they are helping?to give people the confidence they need to engage with the Deaf Community while practicing and retaining language techniques.
Interview recorded August 24th, 2017. Hosted by Laurel Hess.
The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is responsible for the establishment, improvement, operation, maintenance, security, programming and expansion of the Detroit RiverWalk and associated green spaces. Through its public/private partnerships, the DRFC will support the development of the riverfront district and facilitate community access to the waterfront.
Mark Wallace of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy joins Laurel Hess to talk about a new project in the works.
Interview recorded November 16th, 2017.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park opened in April 1995 after 13 years of planning and fundraising by the West Michigan Horticultural Society. In 1990, Fred and Lena Meijer were asked for their support, and they embraced the concept of a major cultural attraction centering around horticulture and sculpture. The original vision has turned into a top cultural destination in the Midwest region, known internationally for the quality of the art and gardens.
Meijer Gardens' dream and commitment is to create a legacy of lifelong learning, enjoyment and a rich cultural experience for generations to come. It is a non-profit organization, privately funded by grants, foundations and individual and corporate gifts. The organization is operated by almost 200 full and part-time staff, more than 1,000 volunteers and supported by gifts from more than 27,000 member households and many donors.
Meijer Gardens?promotes the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment and the arts.
Steve LaWarre of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park joins Laurel Hess for a discussion about honoring a legacy of love for horticulture and art.
Interview recorded September 21st, 2017.
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