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Learning journeys
Learning Journeys are in-depth half-day and full-day experiences in Detroit around a specific theme. These experiences focus on Detroit as a classroom including site visits, panel discussions, and case studies to share best practices.
Learning journeys are designed for both national and global organizations as well as community and business leaders in Detroit.
Learning Journeys include guest speakers from organizations like City of Detroit, Riverfront Conservancy, and Community Development Advocates of Detroit, as well as entrepreneurs and innovators like Amy Peterson of Rebel Nell, April Anderson of Good Cakes and Bakes, and Mike Han of The House of Han.
Click HERE for a sample itinerary and photos from a recent Learning Journey.
Past clients include Salesforce, Shinola, Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, CDAD, Full Frame Initiative, Challenge Detroit, and Detroit Revitalization Fellows
Example Themes include:
Equitable Development
Sustainability in Detroit
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Urban Planning and Development
Public/Private Partnerships
Art & Design
Food Systems
Non Profit Impact
Understanding the Fitzgerald Neighborhood and the Fitzgerald Revitalization Project through conversations with residents and community leaders.
Learning about Clark Park in Southwest Detroit with the Clark Park Coalition.
Olayami Dabls talking about his Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum on the corner of Grand River and West Grand Blvd.
April Anderson sharing her entrepreneurial journey as owner of Good Cakes and Bakes, located on Livernois Avenue of Fashion.