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The Flint City Council approved the Fair Chance Housing Ordinance, which limits how landlords can use background checks for people a criminal record.

Leon El-Alamin is the founder and Executive Director of the M.A.D.E. Institute, that stands for Money, Attitude, Direction and Education. Growing up on the North Side of Flint, Leon was a good kid who took refuge at his grandmother’s house to escape the challenges he faced at home and out on the streets.

Flint Leaders Urge for an End to Violence A young girl was tragically shot and killed overnight in Flint, prompting local leaders to call for an end to the violence. Read More… WNEM.com. Zain Omair and Hannah Mose “‘We have to do better’: Flint leaders pleading for violence to stop” Published: Jul. 17, 2024

The EPIK program provided Flint-area individuals with the opportunity to further their careers.

The MADE Institute has announced “A Day at the Capitol: Rally for Reform,” a crucial event in their ongoing justice reform efforts. Community members are invited to participate on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Capitol Lawn in Lansing.

Councilman Leon El-Alamin has been elected as the new councilman for the First Ward.

In his first statements after being selected by Flint City Council, Councilman El-Alamin outlined his immediate priorities, including fostering community engagement and filling critical committee vacancies.

In recent years, the Genesee County Land Bank has invested in local properties.

Through collaborations and federal funding, they have prioritized certain properties for development.

Made Institute, a leading vocational training institution in Flint, Michigan, is excited to announce the launch of its Residential Carpenter Specialist Registered Apprenticeship Program in partnership with GST Michigan Works! This program is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful career in the carpentry industry.

Capstone Salon Dinner Hosted by Enterprising Ventures of Color Local leaders from Flint gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Flint, collaborating to enhance the well-being of residents. Comprising eight local organizations, the collective known as Enterprising Ventures of Color aims to tackle social challenges impacting the Black and Latinx communities in Flint by

Launch of First Cohort for Nonprofit Leaders of Color in Flint A fresh fellowship group comprising African-American leaders in the nonprofit sector has been formed in Flint. The first cohort of the Enterprising Ventures of Color Fellowship was inaugurated this week, aiming to enhance their long-term capabilities and organizational structure. Read More… ABC12.com. Dawn Jones