Looking back on my first reflection ever written, I have definitely grown and learned so much from this program. I learned new skills such as how to use google sheets effectively and how to relate to different people. I learned how to communicate with people and ensure they understand where I’m coming from. From DCERP, …
After reading this novel, I now see gentrification in a new light. Before reading this novel, I automatically paired it with Detroit or surroundings cities. I didn’t realize how much it affects other cities such as New Orleans or San Francisco. I always thought these cities were constantly thriving and very popular areas. Now I …
One of the moments during the DCERP program was definitely while reading the “How to Kill a City” book. I didn’t expect there to be “advantages” to gentrification. Every time I thought about gentrification, I thought about negatives or people being separated from their communities for the sake of big business or “upgrading” a city. …
I really enjoy working with the people in my site and as this internship progresses, we are getting closer. Working on COVID-19 is one of the best things I could’ve done because I feel as if I have an impact on what can happen. I’m able to research how this virus is affecting different people …
This link was discussing one of Detroit’s many urban gardens. The article is explaining how much these gardens have impacted those living in and around this area. Historically, these gardens have brought in most of the agriculture and the necessities of Detroiters. This has led to mayors asking to convert empty parking spaces into community …
There are different culture cues depending on what I’m doing and who I’m talking to. For example, when I am contacting some of the residents, I am more informal with messages. This is to ensure that we are still building a communal relationship and not a client based on. However, when I am talking to …
I have learned so much about Detroit through my internship at Friends of Parkside! To start, I learned how much this organization gives back to the community in terms of resources and virtual discussions. Especially during this quarantine time, many people aren’t leaving their homes and they heavily depend on the donations and contributions this …
For my internship, I will be working for the Friends of Parkside which is a neighborhood in Detroit. This neighborhood is a public housing complex that houses several people in it. My summer project is finding out how we can help the residents in this community have access to what they need during this pandemic …
Community means having the ability to meet different types of people from everywhere and being able to depend on them. It means having a circle of people who are looking out for me and have my best interests at heart. What attracted me to community work in Detroit is having the ability to learn about …
