Hey! I decided to talk about the “Power to the People” mural on Woodward this week because the project sheds an amazing light on the city and its role in the racial injustice currently infecting our nation. The New York Times article details the background of the project and its collaborators. The project […]
Week Five Blog: POWER TO THE PEOPLE!! Read More »
Dear Future Me, This week you began your participant interviews and found misfortune sprinkled all over the city. You spoke with participants who shared experiences where they felt forgotten. You heard of how the city let others down through services, resources. and opportunities. It reminded you of how the city let you down. Your work
Week 3: Broken Pieces Read More »
Navigating Brilliant Detroit from a digital perspective has been interesting to say the least; I didn’t know what to anticipate given that I’ve only ever worked in spaces where I have to interact directly with people. I was nervous about the prospect of isolation given that was my impression of online classes. I am glad
A supportive environment Read More »
Deadline Detroit provides has provided me a lens into the composition of Detroit. Deadline Detroit, being a local news agency who staffs individuals born and raised in Detroit, allows for an authentic portrayal of what Detroit was and is. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to diverse perspectives throughout the Black Lives Matter protests, as police officers
I recently told my mom that my mentor at DFA had become, throughout the course of the year, a friend. She had welcomed me into the organization, spoke to me as an equal, and was patient and kind as I learned the ropes of the organization. Our professional relationship reflects the workplace culture at DFA.
Week 4 Blog: Culture Read More »
With social and political discourse occurring all over the United States, it’s not surprising that these issues have (rightfully) entered the workplace. This has correlated to weekly Equity trainings for the Enrollment Team in addition to a “Navigating our current National Climate” Microsoft Teams meeting I joined on my second day at the job. These
I appreciate the workplace culture of EcoWorks because of the connections and learning it provides through the plethora of dialogues, allowing me to connect with different departments, and promoting monthly staff meetings. A prominent theme, particularly in staff meetings, are the wellness checks in the beginning. Last Monday I was invited to be part of
Wellness Check and Plant Check – Taking a Moment Read More »
On my first official day at SDEV, I remember so clearly my supervisor wearing her signature turquoise glasses with a flamboyant floral top, hair naturally down and appearance having no touch-ups. I, on the other hand embarrassingly, was wearing a blazer and a button-down shirt, with only one button undone from the top, hair heavily
Online Encouragement :) Read More »
The culture at FoodLab is one that is defined by community. The staff and members at FoodLab are very close and refer to each other as family. Everything done at this organization is not done without the input and consideration of the Detroit community. Because of this, a kind of culture in which there is
Adjusting to a New Way of Work Read More »
The culture at my site is not what I expected in the slightest. I mean I didn’t really think about what the workplace culture would be like beforehand, but I have been pleasantly surprised by how things work with my site. At work, I feel like a valuable member of the team and I’m treated
A Breath of Fresh Air Read More »
