Diversity & Equity

Coverage of programs that deal with gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability, and socioeconomic status; are focused on fair access to resources and opportunities; and, those that create environments where people feel welcome, respected, and fully accepted.

Expanding library accessibility services through technology, training, and community partnerships

Shelley Roossien leads Kent District Library efforts to improve accessibility through adaptive technology, staff training, and inclusive library services.

Latest in Diversity & Equity
Battle Creek preschool creates culturally affirming foundation for kindergarten

Students and families feel seen, supported, and connected.

Planet Smilez program gives students hands-on dental career experience

Indiana University hosted the one-day Planet Smilez Discovering Dentistry Symposium. The mobile program next heads to Michigan universities, expanding students’ exposure to dental careers through hands-on experiences.

Leadership program helps dental directors improve care in underserved communities

Program supports dental leaders in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana with skills to manage clinics, improve care, and advocate for underserved patients.

Dolores Huerta feared speaking about her abuse for years; the farmworkers she advocates for understand

They grapple with a system where their income, housing or immigration status may depend on supervisors who perpetuate sexual violence without oversight.

Muskegon’s Best Kept Secret: A hub for inclusive winter sports

The goal is to make Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park accessible in as many ways as possible to as many people as possible.

Parent feedback shaping literacy pilot for littles with special needs

How a Kent County alliance centers parents in developing literacy strategies for their kids.

Michigan Shines for Autism Gala raises funds, spreads the word, and promises a fun-filled evening
This toolkit is helping to address gaps in youth sexual health care

New online resource provides evidence-based sexual health guidance for youth, families, and clinicians, aiming to reduce misinformation and barriers.

Day-long conference connects Michigan’s autism community with services, resources — and each other

Few spaces exist where autistic children and adults feel free to be themselves. The NAT Conference aims to be one of them.

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