After more than three decades, a reimagined exhibition puts Indigenous voices, lived experience, and community collaboration at the center of how West Michigan meets the original people of this place.
Local groups work with people with disabilities to improve access, share travel details and make Grand Rapids easier to explore.
Tom Hoxsie explains how language barriers affect Deaf people and how interpreters, captions, and community partnerships can improve access to information.
The Hartford Nationals will return to Grand Rapids in 2027, giving adaptive athletes like Elizabeth Woller another chance to compete nationally.
Alpena's accessibility assessment helps prioritize affordable improvements, showing small communities how resident input can guide inclusive planning and investment.
In his 22nd #RG20LookBack, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits his 2025 story, "Beyond Compliance: Area nonprofit and corporation are redefining inclusive workplaces," showing how companies like Steelcase value the insights of people who navigate barriers every day.
Residents in Oceana, Mason, Lake, and Newaygo counties gain disability services, transportation support, and accessibility resources.
Disability Network Northern Michigan’s gaming group reduced isolation, inspired friendships, and even inspired an effort to create a nonprofit for railroad preservation.
As part of our Voices of Youth series, Amina Povlakic writes about the journey of her father, a Bosnian refugee, who rebuilt a life in West Michigan through resilience and family.
Jenison students gain bilingual experience through internships, preparing for future careers and opportunities while helping Spanish-speaking families communicate.
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