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American Black Journal
Maternal mortality rates, Summer Discovery program
Season 52
Episode 30
Examine the high number of maternal deaths in Michigan and the disproportionate impact on Black mothers. Host Stephen Henderson talks with Dawn Shanafelt, Director of the Division of Maternal & Infant Health in the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services. Plus, United Way for Southeastern Michigan and Ballmer Group unveil the new Summer Discovery program to combat summer learning loss.
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Our “Black Church in Detroit” series examines the future of leadership in the church.
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A non-profit that provides services to the homeless,its also Suicide Prevention Month
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The Detroit Black Film Festival is back for another year & Concert of Colors featuring Carmen Lundy
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Conversations with the presidents of Forgotten Harvest and Mustard Tree Co-op.
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A look at how to address the barriers to health and well-being faced by aging African Americans.
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How the faith-based community is helping students and a discussion on the future of education.
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A preview of this year’s Detroit Jazz Festival and a performance by artist-in-residence Joe Lovano.
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A look at the African presence in the Bible and a project encourages stories about faith.
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How Venture 313 is helping Black tech founders and a story from "Faith in Detroit.”
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How the church is getting out the vote for this year’s elections and a story from "Faith in Detroit
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ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day, “Destination Detroit”
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A look at a nonprofit helping Michigan families and the career of television journalist Tony Brown.