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Model D is a celebrated online news magazine and a staple in Detroit that highlights the vibrant communities, businesses, and people of Detroit, Michigan. Our focus is on the future of entrepreneurship, creative culture, and urban development in the area. We are proud to be a member of the Issue Media Group family.

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Strength in Style: Empowering survivors at SASHA Center’s Denim Day event

1 week ago | modeldmedia.com | Kahn Santori Davison

In 1998, a convicted rapist in Muro Lucano, Italy had his verdict overturned after the Supreme Court of Cassation ruled that since the survivors' jeans were very tight, she must have cooperated in the sexual assault. The reversal sparked global outrage and birthed Denim Day, a day in which women all over the world wear denim to bring attention and awareness to sexual violence. Acknowledging Denim Day, the SASHA Center in Detroit will host its own Denim Day on April 30, 2025.
What city, state, and federal policies are needed to solve Detroit's housing affordability crisis?

1 month ago | modeldmedia.com | Patrick Dunn

This story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Detroit and is made possible through underwriting support from the Detroit (Region O) Regional Housing Partnership and the McGregor Fund. Madhavi Reddy, executive director of Community Development Advocates of Detroit (CDAD), says Detroit is at a "critical juncture" when it comes to affordable housing – and the stakes affect all Detroiters.
Gala rocks and raises funds to advocate for autistic Michiganders

1 month ago | modeldmedia.com | Estelle Slootmaker

Julie Bullock, right, and her son Michael "My life and his life are better thanks to all the Alliance has done to support us"Second Wave Michigan asked Julie Bullock about the Gala and what AAoM means to her and her autistic adult son, Michael. Bullock serves on of the AAoM board of directors and recently was a guest on the podcast, “Let’s Plant Houses,” which focuses on parents who are raising special needs children.
BUILD introduces new program to help established entrepreneurs grow, evolve

1 month ago | modeldmedia.com | Monique Bedford

Detroit’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is continuously growing and evolving, ranking as the No. 1 emerging startup ecosystem globally in 2022. For the past twelve years, BUILD has provided tools and support to Detroit entrepreneurs, graduating over 2,600 students. Through programs like BUILD BASICS and CO.STARTERS, entrepreneurs transform their ideas into reality while fine-tuning their business models along the way.
The evolution of Detroit's Springwells neighborhood: Nonprofit leader shares her perspective

2 months ago | modeldmedia.com

Christine Bell of Urban Neighborhood Initiatives reflects on the evolution of the Springwells neighborhood in Southwest Detroit, having spent 18 years working in the area on youth programming and place-based development
"There can't just be one approach": Detroit pursues innovative solutions to housing crisis

2 months ago | modeldmedia.com | Patrick Dunn

This story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Detroit and is made possible through underwriting support from the Detroit (Region O) Regional Housing Partnership and the McGregor Fund. Detroit is in the midst of a housing crisis that's brought falling homeownership rates, growing cost burden for renters, and challenges addressing the needs of people experiencing homelessness.
From zoning reform to fair market rent, what policies would ease Oakland County's housing crisis?

2 months ago | modeldmedia.com | Patrick Dunn

This story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Southeast Michigan and is made possible through underwriting support from the Oakland County (Region L) Regional Housing Partnership. Sean Wolski bought a 1,000-square-foot house with his partner three years ago in Royal Oak. But in the midst of a housing affordability crisis in Oakland County and beyond, 29-year-old Wolski fears that milestone may not be replicable now.
Land bank, trust fund, and more among Oakland County's innovative solutions to housing crisis

2 months ago | modeldmedia.com | Patrick Dunn

This story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Southeast Michigan and is made possible through underwriting support from the Oakland County (Region L) Regional Housing Partnership. The Casa Del Rey Apartments building at 111 Oneida St. in Pontiac is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is believed to have been the largest apartment building in the city when it was constructed in 1929.
Collaboration gets Dearborn air quality data to people who need it

2 months ago | modeldmedia.com | Allison Torres Burtka

In Dearborn, industrial facilities, trucking routes, schools, and homes are in close proximity, and air quality varies significantly over time and from neighborhood to neighborhood. To address public health concerns, the City of Dearborn launched an air quality monitoring program in February 2024 through the MiNextCities program, partnering with JustAir. It includes 10 monitors distributed across the city and gives residents and others access to real-time air quality data.
What would it take to end homelessness in Detroit?

Jan 14, 2025 | modeldmedia.com | Patrick Dunn

This story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Detroit and is made possible through underwriting support from the Detroit (Region O) Regional Housing Partnership and the McGregor Fund. It is one of two stories focusing on homelessness in Detroit. You can read the first part, focusing on what it's like to be homeless in the city, here.