Behind each illustrated recipe showcased by East Kentwood students lies a story of family, culture, and connection, demonstrating how food can serve as a universal language of empathy.
Voices of Youth spotlights East Kentwood’s immigration storytelling project and shares three student essays preserving immigrant family histories and journeys.
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.
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.
At Kent District Library, in-person classes help residents learn practical skills while meeting neighbors and building connections in their community.
SLD Read’s Literacy A-Listers celebrates student achievement and honors community champions of literacy with dancing, desserts, and inspiring stories.
Two judges and the Domestic Violence Action Network aim to hold offenders accountable, provide comprehensive support to victims
The Diatribe has begun construction on the Emory Arts and Culture Hub, which will serve as a space for the community to come together and create.
A West Michigan airport has begun an $8.5 million expansion on snow removal equipment building, further improving airport operations.
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