Community News
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Racist graffiti at Lakeview Highschool leaves parents concerned, some moving schools
A derogatory word used against African Americans was part of the hate speech written in graffiti spray paint at Lakeview High School. Many parents were left concerned, but some say they were not shocked. By Ingrid Kelley Published April 16, 2025 9:57pm EDT The Brief ST. CLAIRE SHORES, Mich. (FOX 2) – Many worked quickly to erase hate speech…

Michigan advocates call for more state education funding as ‘devastating’ federal cuts are proposed
By Hannah Dellinger | May 7, 2025, 11:01pm CDT Advocates are calling on Michigan legislators to invest more state dollars into targeted funding for students living in poverty as the Trump administration’s efforts to slash federal education funding could have “devastating” impacts on the most vulnerable students. An analysis released Thursday by the research and advocacy group Education Trust-Midwest found…

Michigan school safety reform bills prompted by Oxford killings get final approval in the Senate
By Hannah Dellinger | December 20, 2024, 12:27pm CST In the last hours of this year’s legislative session, the Michigan Senate on Friday morning gave final approval to a package of bills aimed at preventing violence in schools. The five bills will put more mental health support in place for students and more stringent protocols for responding to school…

Michigan Democrats move to protect reproductive health data before GOP takes control of House in 2025
Updated on: December 6, 2024 / 7:59 AM EST / AP Michigan Democrats are pushing this month to pass legislation they say will improve reproductive health care, in particular the safety of digital health data, ahead of Republicans taking over the state House in 2025. Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is backing a bill designed to protect…

Fourth lawsuit in 18 months alleging racial discrimination filed against Eastpointe Schools
By Gino Vicci October 14, 2024 / 9:20 PM EDT To watch video report, Click Here. EASTPOINTE, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — The Eastpointe Community Schools District is facing its fourth lawsuit in 18 months. Former basketball coach and special education teacher Michael Railey filed a lawsuit after being fired, alleging racial discrimination. Some parents are wondering what…

What would Michigan’s proposed cellphone ban bill mean for students?
By Hannah Dellinger | October 28, 2024, 4:02pm CDT Autumn Thomas can see the benefits of a ban on using cellphones during class for some students. But Thomas, a freshman at Detroit’s Martin Luther King Jr. High School, doesn’t think every student needs to adhere to the same restriction. “Not all schools need that rule,” she said. “I…

Lawsuit alleges Livingston County schools failed to address racial hostility towards students
Lawsuit says district officials ignored racism in school and failed to take steps to stop racial discrimination by Brandon Carr Published July 9, 2024 at 8:09 PM LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mich. – Michigan Civil Rights firm MARKO LAW, PLLC, announced a federal lawsuit filed against Pinckney Community Schools, Superintendent Rick Todd, and principals Janet McDole and Lori…

Detroit school board approves new teacher contract that includes pay raises, bonuses
By Micah Walker, BridgeDetroit | July 10, 2024, 5:21pm CDT The Detroit school board approved a new two-year contract for teachers Tuesday that includes pay increases for new and veteran educators as well as bonuses for special-education and mental health employees. The new agreement means that from 2017 to the second year of the contract, which lasts until…

Four Tops Singer Sues Michigan Hospital for Racial Discrimination, Says They didn’t Believe his Identity
By Sara Powers June 12, 2024 The lead singer of Motown’s legendary Four Tops has sued a Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, claiming that he was treated like he was mentally ill and restrained after he had told staff that he was in the group. Alexander Morris, 53, went to the Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital in Warren…

Wayne State Committed to Giving Detroit High Schoolers a Chance at a College Experience
By Micah Walker | June 14, 2024 As president of Detroit’s largest university, Kimberly Andrews Espy is never off the clock when it comes to engaging with students, faculty, and the community. Nearly a year into her tenure, the Wayne State University leader said she considers that work a key part of her commitment to reaching more…
Local Organizations
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Detroiters Working For Environmental Justice - Detroiters Working for Environmental Justice has been active for nearly three decades and has played an integral role in Detroit’s environmental movement. We owe much to our founders and it’s important to recognize and honor them. Prior to our official creation, Detroit’s People of Color Environmental Justice Organization, formed in 1991, was the original group that established the work of environmental justice in Detroit.
Equality Michigan - EQMI is Michigan’s statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer political advocacy organization. Formerly the Triangle Foundation, EQMI has been Michigan’s premiere LGBTQ anti-violence and political advocacy organization for over 25 years and counting. This site’s primary goal is to connect victims of individual incidents of bias, discrimination, harassment, and violence, including intimate partner violence, to the support, referral, and navigational services they need to achieve justice.
Michigan Coalition for Human Rights - MCHR’s mission is to educate, organize and advocate on behalf of human rights. We oppose the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and have re-committed ourselves to working for enduring peace in the world. Abayomi Azikiwe, MCHR Chair, sees a “renewed need for MCHR to focus on a recommitment to the democratic process.”
Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration - The Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration is a broad-based, statewide, non-partisan collaboration representing non-profit, faith-based, advocacy, grassroots, and service organizations united to end mass incarceration in Michigan. The Collaborative seeks to create and restore healthy communities.
Michigan United - Michigan United organizes to build the power our communities need to win the justice they deserve. We're working for an equitable and sustainable world that reflects our values of economic and racial justice. We believe each individual has the right to achieve their full human potential and to live in dignity. We believe our government and economy should provide for the common good and be accountable to all our communities, not just the powerful. We believe in our compassionate obligation toward our neighbors, and to support their struggles toward fulfillment and liberation.
New Detroit - New Detroit is a coalition of leaders working to achieve racial understanding and racial equity in Metropolitan Detroit. It brings together a coalition of leaders from civil rights & advocacy organizations, human services, health & community organizations, business, labor, foundations, education, and the media.
Detroit Justice Center - The Detroit Justice Center is a non-profit law firm working alongside communities to create economic opportunities, transform the justice system, and promote equitable and just cities.
Freedom House Detroit - Freedom House Detroit supports and empower asylum seekers on their journey to safety, security, and freedom by providing comprehensive services in an inclusive and welcoming space.
Detroit Dirt - Detroit Dirt is the leading model of organic waste recovery and reuse. We recycle resources to increase awareness and actions leading to a more sustainable community. Our mission is to create a zero-waste mindset throughout communities and drive forward a low-carbon economy. We process food waste, green waste, spent grains, and herbivore manures and make high-quality compost using an aerobic process.
LGBT Detroit - LGBT Detroit's mission is to increase awareness and support to Detroit's dynamic LGBTQ+ culture through education and advocacy with integrity and pride.
Upcoming Events

Women’s Empowerment Camp 2024
Modesto Junior College and the Modesto Fire department are partnering to provide a one day specialized camp. The program is designed to inspire and educate young women about careers in firefighting and emergency services. The Camp will allow the campers to learn from professional women firefighters from fire departments throughout the state of California. This…

Navigating Our Present: I/DD Advocacy Challenges and Experiences
Join the NC Advocacy Leaders Network for an exploratory and discovery session to assess the current state of advocacy in North Carolina. Reunite with fellow leadership program alumni and help shape the future of advocacy in the state. The NC Advocacy Leaders Network aims to unite, empower, and elevate the voices of advocacy leaders within…

A Two-Way Mirror: Double Consciousness in Contemporary Glass by Black Artists
A Two-Way Mirror is an exhibition of contemporary Black artists who have used glass to create work that deconstructs social, cultural, gender, and racial identity concerns. The artists range in background from African American, to British, to Puerto Rican. Each artist uses glass to reflect thoughts and bodies that have historically been fraught with exploitation.…

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: The Miracle League of the Triangle
In 2004, after watching a television program about the national Miracle League, local businessmen Robin Rose and Tony Withers were inspired to establish the Miracle League of the Triangle. The goal was simple–provide children with special needs the opportunity to play America’s favorite pastime. Their hope was to have 40 children and at least 100…

Festival Sundiata presents Black Arts Fest
Seattle Center Festál presents Festival Sundiata presents Black Arts Fest in partnership with Sundiata African American Cultural Association (SAACA). The festival focuses on intergenerational activities and promotion of traditional and contemporary African American heritage, showcasing local entertainment, photography, food merchants, historical exhibits, and more!

Alice Cooper’s The Rock Teen Center Phoenix
Teens can get free music, art classes at Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers in Phoenix, Mesa.

Wynnewood-Mobile Food Distribution with The Buckner Center
Hosted by The Buckner Center, join fellow volunteers to help set up mobile food distribution for our South Dallas community. Each experience is critical in helping get healthy meals to families facing hunger. By volunteering through Buckner International, your unique skills and abilities can meet the needs of the vulnerable children, fragile families and single…

West Dallas FHC: Back Pack Distribution with The Buckner Center
Volunteers will be setting up, passing out back packs to local families, and cleaning up. This helps ensure the children have all they need to succeed in the upcoming school year! Please join us in this opportunity -open spaces are limited. With questions, please contact Ashley Plagens, the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, at [email protected] or 972-725-4243.…

Thursday Streets Time with The Human Impact
Held every Thursday until July 25, join The Human Impact team as they walk the streets to spend time with friends experiencing homelessness. Go out with nothing but yourselves, focusing on creating friendships and building trust. At The Human Impact, enter into relationship with those experiencing long-term homelessness because friendship heals. When volunteers love others…

Thursday Streets Time with The Human Impact
Held every Thursday until July 25, join The Human Impact team as they walk the streets to spend time with friends experiencing homelessness. Go out with nothing but yourselves, focusing on creating friendships and building trust. At The Human Impact, enter into relationship with those experiencing long-term homelessness because friendship heals. When volunteers love others…
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
