Katrina Watkins was spurred to action by the sight of grass towering over people in her neighborhood, propelling her to instigate change. Transitioning from passive waiting for city intervention to proactive engagement, she founded the Bailey Park Neighborhood Development Corporation, now a beacon of hope on Detroit's Eastside. A true Detroiter, Katrina lives and breathes the transformation of her community, epitomizing grassroots empowerment and community-driven change. In this insightful Detroit is Different feature, we delve into the tangible impact of her work, from revitalizing landscapes to fostering holistic neighborhood growth. Experience the inspiring journey with Katrina Watkins as she navigates the landscape of real community empowerment in Detroit.
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S3E21 -The Detroit Bus in the 1980s and 1990s with Charles Wilson
S3E20 -Dr. Sebi, Laila Africa, and other Natural Healers all worked with Dr. Jesse Brown
S3E19 -Helping lead Detroit Public School Community District towards success against odds but with faith & vision, Angelique Peterson Mayberry
S3E18 -Black Children need educators that know the Black Experience, Marini C Lee
S3E17 -Corina Malone opens up about how Hustler’s Spirit is the Family Business
S3E16 -John Cloud shares his dynamic family background and how now his hip-hop is healing
S3E15 -Photography in the Lux Experience and Luxe Collective with Brandi Young
S3E13 -Make-up in the Lux Experience and Luxe Collective with Shay Bailey
S3E12 -Healthy Stores in a Black Community DeShanda Edwards (Project Enhanced Fitness)
S3E11 -Changing the Narrative Live Discussion with Jazz Legend Stanley Clarke and Mutual Aid leader Stephanie Rearick
S3E10 -Family, Community, Farming, and Black make up Erin Bevel
S3E9 -Building Community Value and the work with Chase Cantrell
S3E8 -Gary Anderson Artistic Director of Plowshares Theater Company
S3E7 -Alyssa Space is making up a standard of Beauty
S3E6 -Putting in Work and getting Results, Director Kwende "Street Lord Rook" Ried
S3E5 -Community Voice & Relationships are Detroit Councilmember Tate’s Keys to Success
S3E4 -Why do Detroiters feel unheard Today? with Orlando Bailey
S3E3 -Detroit Diaspora Day Party with Drake Phifer
S3E2 -Engineering, Design, Rock, & Rap ... all Creativity by Volcano
S3E1 -Dunham Dance built up Mayowa Reynold’s confidence as Pastor, Principal, and earn a Doctorate
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