There’s no shortage of conversation around immigration policies, practices and public good these days. Leading the conversation here at home is Global Detroit, a nationally recognized organization that uses fact-based research to debunk the myths about immigrant impact and assimilation. The organization, which keeps a keen eye on the economic impact of immigrants, is asking corporations to stand-up, recognize and […]
Anyone, even the least informed, can tell you that we live in a volatile political climate. The recent announcement of a travel ban, dubbed by many the “Muslim Ban,” has certainly added to the tension and caused fear and anxiety in many Detroit neighborhoods. That brought several Detroit-area organizations with deep ties to that community […]
As downtown Detroit’s landscape continuously evolves, a new proposal between Wayne County and Rock Ventures is creating significant buzz among county officials, residents and business owners around the area. Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans is now reviewing Rock Venture’s proposal to build a criminal justice center and use the jail site as a “welcoming […]
Would you turn away a rape victim or someone who has been tortured from your door? In essence, that’s the dilemma that Freedom House is facing today. The last few weeks have been incredibly troubling for metro Detroit’s immigrant and refugee communities. But even before news of President Trump’s so-called travel ban and the protests that followed, […]
Dick Posthumus, a long-time advisor to Gov. Rick Snyder, will now serve as his Chief of Staff. Posthumus, a former state legislator and lieutenant governor, has served as Snyder’s Senior Advisor since Snyder took office 6 years ago. “Dick is an unwavering public servant whose positive attitude and commitment to teamwork and the reinvention of Michigan […]
In a whirlwind week, Mike Duggan has announced his intention to run for a second term as mayor of the city of Detroit, announced the arrival of Microsoft to the city and sat in on multiple community meetings with neighborhood representatives. In other words, it was hardly the average seven days for the mayor any […]
A morning cup of coffee is one of life’s simple pleasures – but how that coffee is grown, cultivated and distributed is far from simple. One group of Detroit explorers recently found out what the process is like, and they are eager to share their stories. This Friday, the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) and […]
Meeting with top officials, talking up Michigan industries and boosting future business development were among the achievements by Gov. Rick Snyder, who recently finished his second investment mission to Israel since taking office in 2011. Snyder outlined his mission to Israel, highlighting conversations with business executives and government leaders discussing opportunities for increased trade and […]
Growth in key areas of Detroit – including the District Detroit, Gordie Howe International Bridge and the Henry Ford Health System’s new cancer center – is spurring Comerica Bank to open new locations, relocate offices and sell space to make way for a growing city, officials said. Comerica Bank officials also noted that they see […]
This past week’s Executive Orders from President Trump on immigration, refugees, the so-called Muslim ban, and the wall have been devastating and deeply distressing. They challenge our sense of American values and history. Beyond our personal and moral reactions, however, the Executive Orders also may have an impact on the work of Global Detroit to spark […]