For our Voices of Youth series, Hawathiya Malual shares how her Sudanese and Ethiopian refugee parents rebuilt their lives in West Michigan, inspiring her dreams of leadership, education, and service.
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.
As part of our Voices of Youth series, student journalist Mazonnah Holiday reported on the Future Rounds Health Careers Expo, where students explored healthcare career paths and connected with professionals.
As part of our Voices of Youth series, Edwin Lopez-Garcia shares how his immigrant parents’ sacrifices in West Michigan shaped his education, identity, and commitment to civic life.
Kids’ Food Basket pairs meals with nutrition education, helping West Michigan students improve focus, try more nutritious foods, and build healthy habits.
Anne Kuhnen, MLPP Kids Count policy director weighs in on early childhood education after the '26 gubernatorial election.
GVSU’s Kutsche Office of Local History honors Gina Bivins with the Gordon Olson Award for a career that highlights how public history resonates more when diverse individuals see themselves reflected in it.
How a Kent County alliance centers parents in developing literacy strategies for their kids.
Home-based providers could be significant to making Pre-K for All available to more children.
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