Dr. Susan Borrego Women Moving Flint Forward

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Telishia Berry I’m am honored to have this opportunity to present this special edition featuring these amazing women who are working to contribute to the good of the Flint community.

I salute each of you for your hard work and dedication to helping move Flint Forward.

15 University of Michigan-Flint, Chancellor, Dr. Susan Borrego

Special Thanks to U of M Flint, Sheldon T. Banks Funeral Chapel and all the sponsors.

Dr. Ladel Lewis Managing Editor

Ann Hoffman Editor

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5 Mayor Karen Weaver

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by UM-Flint University Communications and Marketing Department

Joyce Hayek Creative Director

9 Flint Monarch’s Take the court

4 Featured; Dawn, Courtney, Bobbi, Danielle G., Corinthian, Angela, Pastor Tonya, Mari

6 Burnie, Semaj, Kesha, Amber, Sheila, Kala, Qiana D., Porsha, Lottie 8 Angel, Carma, Kim, Kenyatta, Sophia, Shay, Valerie, Teresa, Yvonne

10 Kristina Johnson - Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce

18 Qiana T., Lanice, Danielle B.,Tracy, Melecia, Shearese, Melissa, Donna, Linnell

21 Toy, Cherisse, Amanda, Teresa, Charlotte, April, Valerie, Chia

22 An, Anoopa, Kimberly, LaQueisha, Lorraine

FLINT STRONG

Women Moving Flint Forward Despite the many challenges the community has faced, there are those that have remained standing, picked up their shovels, and continued to plant and build. In this issue, we are honoring some of those women who are making a difference.

Bobbi Coates, J.D. Special Education Project Coordinator Legal Services of Eastern Michigan

Providing Legal Training I’m advocating for students with obstacles to academic achievement, providing traumainformed legal training to help advocates better serve the community, and educating others about the effects of toxic stress resulting from trauma.

Dawn Jones News Anchor, ABC12 News - Flint

Keeping Flint Informed Flint is my hometown. I was born here; raised here. I am Flint. It is a community that I know intimately and as a news anchor I am honored to be a trusted source for telling the stories of our challenges and triumphs. An informed community is the best community.

Flint is strong and proud and I’m here to share her ever evolving story.

“Flint’s history is rich and storied and its future is promising because the city’s glory rises above its grit”

Courtney Simone Wheaton Morning Reporter NBC25/FOX66

Keeping Flint Woke As a journalist, I choose to use my platform to show that Flint is more than a water crisis. I highlight the amazing number of artists, entrepreneurs and social activists taking the city to new heights. In addition to reporting the news, I’m involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Genesee County.

I hope to inspire a new generation of Flintstones to reach their fullest potential.

I’m thrilled at the progress I see and can’t wait to see what the future holds for Flint.

“Telling Flint’s Story Through A New Lens.”

Danielle Green CEO-Director of Empower

Creating Children’s Books One of the things that I’m very passionate about is literacy. As an educator I see children struggle with the fundamental skill needed to succeed. I created a multi-cultured 7 book children’s series titled the “Hey Girl” Collection designed to make kids fall in love with reading. All 7 books provide readers with life lessons of a lifetime taught by characters that look like them.

“Falling in Love with Reading Will Change Children’s Lives Forever .”

“Flint Is Still the Vehicle City. Our Vehicle Is Persistence.”

Corinthian Carouthers - Owner Creative Hair School of Cosmetology Inc.

Educating Flint Stylists I educate and motivate men and women who want a career in the beauty industry. My passion is for everyone attending my programs to learn to become entrepreneurs and beauty professionals.

Economic growth is built on small businesses such as beauty salons and barber shops.

My desire is to see Flint thrive off small businesses with professional people who are willing to commit, dedicate and reinvest in their communities.

“My desire is to see Flint thrive”

Pastor Tonya C. Bailey Pastor & VP of PAPAS, Inc. Angela Stamps Founder/ Program Coordinator

Biking For Flint Starting Kentakee Athletic & Social Clubs nonprofit has not been easy. I have had to perform so many roles. With a mission “to provide teenage athletic & educational activities in underserved regions” we have carved out our own lane with our bicycle programs. We hope that our kids will become more active and embrace bicycling as a lifestyle.

“We Hope to Expose Kids to Different Experiences.”

Moving Flint to Greatness Vice President of Operations of P.A.P.A.S. (Pick A Place And Start), a non-profit organization with various programming and services for Flint and Genesee County communities. I founded the “WIP” Movement and host an annual Women In Power Summit that brings hundreds of women and young girls together to equip, educate and empower.

Spearheading health and wellness activities including an “Inspiration Breakfast,” which promotes female entrepreneurship, I inspire individuals to move forward and achieve greatness.

“Moving Flint Forward Means Picking A Place to Start.”

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Mari Copeny Little Miss Flint

Flint’s Chief Change Agent I am fighting for Flint kids by spreading awareness about the Flint Water Crisis. I also do a lot of charity work for Flint Kids including raising over $250k this year for Flint Kids, giving out over 600 bikes to Flint Kids for my birthday, holding movie screening, giving out close a million bottles of water this summer and giving out 15,000 backpacks stuffed with supplies to Flint Kids.

“I am fighting for Flint kids by spreading awareness about the Flint Water Crisis.”

FLINT

Mayor Karen Weaver

I AM A FLINTSTONE THROUGH AND THROUGH I am a Flintstone through and through. Before I was Mayor, I was a resident. We had a crisis and we needed strong leadership willing to listen to residents in order to come out much stronger than before.

I will continue to advocate not only for Flint and its residents, but for safe infrastructure around the country. The City of Flint has a long way to go, but we remain solid and have made some major improvements.

Before the crisis we did not have anyone at the table talking about health in all policies, we now have a Chief Public Health Advisor. We lacked a department that could help build jobs and our local economy, we now have an Economic Development Department. We were concerned about public safety and housing, we have two HUD grants in place that will address both of those issues. I am proud to say that crime and unemployment have decreased and even in this difficult time, trust and respect for local government is improving. With the help of resident input, I will, we will, continue to move Flint Forward and show the nation how strong, resilient and beautiful our town really is.

#FLINTSTRONG #BEAUTIFULFLINT PHOTO CREDIT: SILVIA JONES, ILE PHOTOGRAPHY

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WOMEN MOVING FLINT FORWARD Burnie G. Nelson Author & Motivational Speaker Where Words and Heart Meet

Semaj Brown Educator/Performer Planted Kingdom Project of Health Collectors, LLC

Empowering Flint’s Women

Promoting Healthy Eating

Starting in 2013, I lead a progressive, empowering, and multi-cultural women’s support network titled, “I’m Not Built to Break!” We focus on “everything” that affects women.” My greatest joy is bringing hope to somebody else’s life.

I’m a celebrated artist and educator. In 2004, I co-founded the Planted Kingdom Project of Health Collectors, LLC along with my husband, James Brown, MD. I develop innovative science/art programming that inspires children and families to become excited about the wonderful world of vegetables!

“A city is no stronger than its women.

As the women grow, so does the city!”

Amber Hasan Holistic Health Consultant The Oil Shop Flint

Keeping Flint Natural I currently manage The Oil Shop Flint.

We specialize in fragrance & essential oils, natural products (soaps, deodorant, toothpaste, Shea Butter, Black Seed Oil, and detox products), candles, incense, and more. We are located at 5014 N Saginaw St, on Flint’s Northside. We pride ourselves in offering healthy products in the heart of the inner city. I also create hair growth products for my line Mama’s Healing Hands (www.

Mamashealinghands.com).

“We pride ourselves in offering healthy products in the heart of the inner city.

Qiana M. Dawson Relocation Case Manager (Flint CNI Grant) Norstar

“The work I do is vital; it is revolutionary, offering a healthy path to self-determination.”

Sheila MillerGraham Educator/Performer Planted Kingdom Project of Health Collectors, LLC

Keeping Flint Dancing As Director of Creative Expressions Dance Studio, I’ve taught over 7,000 local students the art of dance. I am extremely proud of being the first studio to bring families together to create the Annual “Father-Daughter” Dance every year. This is a very special time for local families.

“I live by Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” in order to help me to keep Flint Moving Forward.”

Porsha Cills, Esq

Keeping Flint Empowered

Expanding Flint’s Network

I am literally all things family. Every position I hold, workshops, community projects, speaking engagements - are all to demonstrate how precious children and family are. I am the initial contact for Atherton East residents. I make sure every family feels safe, informed and empowered throughout the entire process.

My efforts to move Flint forward have continued beyond our “Filters for Flint” event (initial fundraising campaign in the Washington DC area to raise 10k) to include mentoring Flint students. While I believe mentorship is essential, it is critical for the youth of Flint to be connected to positive adults.

”I am grateful for the beautiful ministry of love that God has placed deep in our hearts.”

“It is important to continue the legacy of giving back wherever you are.”

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Kesha Norman Founder of Teach 2 Reach

Shaping Flint Up Teach 2 Reach is a non-profit organization centered around teaching the art of barbering.

I am helping to move Flint forward through barbering programs that are designed to educate, inspire, and empower our youth.

In many ways, these skill-building programs provide both an alternative to violence and, attainable long-term economic solutions.

Ultimately, participants have a sense of hope and accomplishment.

“Moving Flint forward one clipper cut at a time.”

Kala Wilburn Founder of Fashion Against Violence

Keeping Flint Fashionable I am the Chief Fashion Architect at Fannie Lucille, a custom-made apparel and accessories collection that enhances sporty silhouettes with luxurious techniques and fabrics. The Fashion Against Violence Movement (FAV) began in October 2011, when a loved one was killed by gun violence in Flint, Michigan. We honor his life and his message of legacy. You may find out more at www.fannielucille.com.

“We enhance sporty silhouettes with luxurious techniques and fabrics.”

Lottie Ferguson Director, Grants & Development Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce

Keeping Families Engaged As a parent of small children, I often heard that the Flint isn’t a good place to raise children and there isn’t anything for families to do. My family publishes a website, www. flintfamilyfun.com, that includes a resource guide and searchable list of free & low cost, family friendly activities, to help change that narrative.

“Our website list of free & low cost, family friendly activities.”

WOMEN MOVING FLINT FORWARD

Angel Hubbard Founder The Writerz Block

Carma Lewis President Flint Neighborhoods United

Keeping Flint Writing

Keeping Flint Connected

The Writerz Block, known for providing a space to create, connect, & chill, was erected in 2016 with a special emphasis on the arts.

Collaborating with community partners, we’ve been able to provide a nurturing atmosphere where creatives can receive inspiration to give birth to written greatness.

I work to bring awareness of available resources to residents and neighborhood groups that will empower us to improve our quality of life. I do this by sharing information and making connections. For instance, if a resident needs a lawnmower, I inform them about the community toolshed (a place to borrow tools free of charge). You can learn more at www.flintneighborhoodsunited.org

”Let us collectively use our gifts and talents to change Flint’s narrative-one voice at a time.”

Kenyetta Dotson MSW, Community Advocate

Advocating for Citizens I assist with the WOW Outreach, YWCA, Flint Lead Exposure Registry, Flint Board of Education, And ReCAST: A 5-year trauma education effort to deal with the historical water crisis trauma in Flint.

To move our city forward, I am working to create a community where youth and families can live, work, and play within a safe and nurturing environment.

“Together WE can Change the World”

Valarie Horton Co-Founder The Chosen Few Arts Council (TCFAC)

Keep Art Alive We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of area residents. We’re providing arts education to underserved communities. There is a pressing need to build awareness and appreciation for the arts outside of the regular school day. TCFAC recognizes this and is dedicated to creating opportunities for students to participate in high quality arts instruction and activities that are otherwise diminishing in our schools.

“When you are on your path, the world will rise up to meet you!”

”We are all in this together.”

Sophia Janell Taylor Rehab the Hood

Rehabbing the City I motivate my community through leadership. I’ve created a niche’ with the books I’ve written, the songs I sing and the shows I produce and host and also through my motivational sharing. I rehab the hood and you can too’ is not just my catch slogan, it’s become a reality for many in my city. I’m proud to say that Flint, Michigan is the root of where I’m from and who I am.

“I rehab the hood and you can too.”

Teresa A. Caine Bingmannesee Founder & Managing Attorney

Protecting Citizen’s Rights I am working with a group of accomplished attorneys who have filed several class action lawsuits to seek compensation and other long term benefits for Flint residents and business owners who have been negatively impacted by the Flint Water Crisis. We will remain steadfast until the cases are settled or successfully litigated.

“Like minded people must continue to do all within their power to Move Flint Forward.”

Kim Mears Community Outreach Specialist United Health Care Community Plan

Keeping Flint Healthy I’m responsible for making sure my community knows about health insurance and teach them how to live healthier lives.

Our community has been dealing with a lot of issues the last few years, so I want them to know there are options to their families remain healthy.

“Giving back is so important, that’s something that was instilled in me at an early age...”

Shay Oliver Entrepreneur

Keeping Flint Informed I am helping by assisting individuals in learning about the various programs offered to help with healthy living, and education for small children.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Paige Barnett Fund Development Manager Friends of Berston

Keeping Flint Funded While working with Friends of Berston, I’ve grown an awareness to all of the programs and resources available to the community. I’m really committed to helping expand on them and to find the funding to create more opportunities for the entire community. I know it’s out there.

“With the development that is happening, the creatives coming out of their shells, and the resiliency - it’s an exciting time...Don’t sleep on Flint!”

Yvonne Penton Founder/CEO The House of Esther Maternity Educational Care Center

Empowering Pregnant Mothers The House of Esther represents a new type of needed “human service.” We holistically address the needs of “Homeless, first time” pregnant mothers. Our main focus is to: educate, facilitate change, sow hope, and invest in our clients.

“Looking back isn’t going to help you. Moving forward is the thing you have to do.”

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Developing Flint Businesses

KRISTINA JOHNSTON / GROUP VICE PRESIDENT

The Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce is uniquely positioned to support business growth, talent development, and promotion of the community and all its assets, in and outside of the area. In my position overseeing Economic Development, Education & Training, and Grants and Development, I am privileged to help connect people to jobs and businesses to the community. It’s important to me that while we work to create and attract jobs, we never lose sight of the quality of those jobs. Also important is that we work in strategic partnerships to remove barriers to employment for individuals that struggle to engage in the economy. I thrive on facilitating collaboration and operate under the idea to have good partners, you must be a good partner.

Flint and Genesee County is vibrant. We have amazing neighborhoods, diverse entertainment experiences, high quality educational institutions, plentiful jobs, and most importantly great people. Beyond what we already have, though, is the potential for even more. It is our responsibility to always strive for more and better jobs, opportunities for our residents and to be an example for other communities. Communities can accomplish these feats when they are moving together in the same direction toward prosperity.

Maximizing today’s investments in youth and families, communities, and business support systems will be the reason people want to stay here, come back here, and move here and that will propel us forward.

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It began in 1971 with 26 buses, 60 employees and serving the city of Flint, Michigan.

Today, Flint’s Mass Transportation Authority has grown to over 300 vehicles and 600 employees transporting passengers to six counties. Through dedicated leadership, specialty services and energy-efficient vehicles, the MTA continues to meet the ever expanding need for public transportation in our communities.

Where public transportation goes, community grows!

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WOMEN MOVING FLINT FORWARD

Qiana Towns Community Worker

Changing Flint’s Narrative I am a solo crusade determined to revise the ways in which people speak about Flint and the residents of Flint. I open my mouth and speak proudly about my city! I also continue to participate in and coordinate water drive/distribution efforts.

“I don’t think we expect any entity to come in and save us; we’re working together to save ourselves.”

Tracy Palmer Owner/Instructor TrendSetters Productions

Making Youth Strong As the CEO of the “Try To Bully Me” campaign, my mission is to bring Anti Bullying awareness to our local community and abroad, while increasing knowledge, confidence, resources, hope, and safety. This project originated when my daughter was bullied to the point of anxiety and depression.

My program offered her a platform to share her story with other vulnerable students.

“Young people are in a constant battle.”

Danielle Brown Director of Programs Flint and Genesee Literacy Network Lanice Lawson, RN Founder: Bottles for the Babies

Keeping Parents Informed I help facilitate out of state water deliveries and donations from volunteers across the country. I also maintain an informative webpage, which directs Flint families to available resources in the area.

You may learn more by checking out the Bottles for the Babies Water Relief Effort on Facebook. ”Keeping parents informed is the commitment that I personally take on as we continue to move our city forward.”

Melecia E. Scott, Director Canaan Baptist Church Deaf Ministry

Engaging our Deaf Residents I have a heart for the hearing-impaired community. Keeping our deaf members informed and active in the community is challenging; but with God all things are possible. Being the leader of various ministries at my church demonstrates my commitment to help move Flint Forward, and to leave behind a legacy of love, equality and service.

“We must leave a legacy for youth to have an opportunity to Dream Big Again.”

Melissa Mays Founder, Water You Fighting For?

Working For Water Safe I started, the organization, “Water You Fighting For?” in January 2015 with my husband. Our main goal is to find out what’s in our water and what we can do to fix it. We focus on water testing, supporting residents in getting the information needed to protect their families as we rebuild, and work to change the laws on local, State and Federal levels.

“Flint is my home and I could not be prouder of how strong our community is.”

Keeping Flint Literate My role is to support the advancement of literacy as a family affair by implementing programs such as Flint Kids Read and the Flint Family Literacy Initiative. www.flintliteracynetwork.org. ”Everyone can help make our community better. It doesn’t require giant acts, just small touches can provide the love needed to move our city forward.”

Shearese Nekail Stapleton Founder/Executive Director of Mothers of Joy University LLC (MJU)

Helping Families Function Parents are not given an instruction manual to raise children. We provide classes for moms like “Always a Lady” and classes for the whole family like “Think” because the words you say can build up or tear down, just to name a few. MJU brings parenting to another level. ”I have always wanted to be a contributor to my community.”

Linnell JonesMcKenney Coach/Trainer Flint Monarchs Women’s Professional Basketball Organization.

Helping Youth Dream Donna Taylor Certified Raw Food Chef (Specializing in Juice Therapy)

Flint’s Food Farm-acist Eating healthy is paramount to a healthy and productive life. As a Food Farmacist, I use organic fruits and vegetable juice therapy to combat the effects of the water crisis while helping local residents lose weight, fight diabetes, lower cholesterol, and improve hair, nails and skin.

“Let your Food be your Farmacy”

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I’m moving Flint Forward by organizing the School of Champions Sports Academy and Gifted Program to provide Flint youth with an opportunity to Dream Big again.

“We must leave a legacy for youth to have an opportunity to Dream Big Again.”

WOMEN MOVING FLINT FORWARD Amanda Felker Executive at Cumulus Media

Toy Pridegon Abstinence Advocate - Inside The Haven

Pushing Youth Advocacy Moving Flint forward through youth advocacy in general, specifically promoting abstinence, is my passion. Due to being a teen parent myself, came the desire to help teens understand that sex can wait.

Discovery and pursuit of their life purpose is more important. Through abstinence rallies, social media, workshops and schools, my message is being heard and embraced one person at a time.

“I advocate for a purpose with passion.”

Cherisse Bradley Founder/Director I Found My Voice

Empowering Survivors I developed a creative arts wellness initiative for women survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Flint community.

Introducing women to poetry and dance has been rewarding. They perform in a tribute concert to women with me, and other professional artists. Being an artist and survivor of sexual violence, I created something that empowered myself and other women while educating the community and providing quality entertainment.

“Finding Passion and Purpose in Projects That Helps Women Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence.”

Teresa Baker

Grooming Flint’s Young Entrepreneurs I am co-owner with my husband and our three children and CEO of Brown Boy Brown Girl. Our mission is to empower and inspire brown boys and girls through reading, writing and entrepreneurship.

I expanded our platform and introduced our company, BBBG and our programs to Flint residents to help address the economic and literacy landscape. In 2016 we had our inaugural Reach to Read Book drive and collected and donated 1300 books to children and families of Flint in our effort to mitigate the effects of lead exposure.

“God has placed me in a position to use my platform not only to uplift him but to be the voice for my community.”

Charlotte Lancaster McCann CEO, Building Strong Women

Empowering Women The goal and mission of Building Strong Women is to empower women in the city of Flint that have had a compromised past from things such as domestic violence, drug addiction, incarceration, teen parenting, etc. to rebuild and keep going. The organization offers services to these women that range from counseling, credit repair, budget wisdom, home seeking and more; we assist with resources to remove barriers that prevent them from living a prosperous, debtfree life.

“Building Strong Women is that connection gap between giving up and starting over. Your past does not determine your future”

Valerie Southall Valerie Southall Consulting Owner

“I feel this is home and I love living here.”

April Cook-Hawkins First Lady, Prince of Peace Church

The Community First Lady Having a variety of organizing efforts from protesting the unjust water crisis, marching against gun violence, and founded Flint4000, a program to service the home bound and disabled population that can’t go and get clean water and Saving Dennis, a program to combat domestic violence. I believe that it takes a village to change a community. My hopes are to continue to engage and galvanize Flint residents to achieve collective impact and more lasting results.

“God has placed me in a position to use my platform not only to uplift him but to be the voice for my community.”

Chia Morgan Well of Hope Program Coordinator/ Treasure

Keeping Flint Residents Fed I am Program Coordinator for a local non-profit, “Well of Hope.” Through this organization we provide programs to break the cycle of poverty. I founded the “Blessed to be a Blessing,” Thanksgiving dinner to provide families with a home-cooked and other essential resources. I also created two free food pantries stocked with non-perishable items for residents to get free food as needed!

Forging Solutions out of Challenges I have been blessed to work with amazing organizations such as Genesee Community Health Center Board of Directors, Hurley Nurse Family Partnership Advisory Board as well as the Delta Sigma Theta Flint Alumnae Chapter Basic Needs fair, all these organizations help Flint residents connect with resources they need.

“Because I love Flint and I am interested in being a part of the solution.”

“Working for the health and wellbeing of Flint residents has always been my passion.”

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The Brit with Grit I am originally from London, England.

I moved here in 1999. I don’t have an immediate family, apart from my husband, but this community and many people here have become my family. My radio career has given me the vehicle to get involved with many charities, from pink night (AS PINKIE ) for Hurley Medical Center, to DENIM AND DIAMONDS for the Wiess Advocacy, Snuggle sacks for the homeless, The Children’s Miracle Network and more.

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First Generation College Graduate

ANOOPA TODD

The Courage to Serve

“Committed to the community, dedicated to the progress!”

I serve as I hold many hats: Precinct Delegate Grand Blanc Township, President Rotary Club of Grand Blanc, Appointed Land Bank Citizens Advisory Board, Vice President Genesee County Neighborhood Watch, YWCA Board member and candidate for the Grand Blanc School Board. Public service isn’t a choice but a life style that most certainly gives me life.

Early Childhood Associate Professor - Baker College - Fall 2002

K I M B E R LY L A U X

Impacting Students As a lecturer and academic advisor for the Department of Communication Studies at U of M Flint, I know first-hand how courageous instructors begat courageous students. I discovered college wasn’t just “the next step” after high school—it was a place to grow intellectually and discover what it is that you can offer the world (without compromising yourself along the way).

Lecturer/Academic Advisor - University of Michigan-Flint - Fall 1999 (BA)

LAQUEISA HAYNES-SMITH

Mentorship Matters

By the grace of God, I courageously traveled to Mississippi and completed my undergrad degree at Jackson State University and went on to receive my Master of Science degree in Health Education at the University of Michigan-Flint. I am passionate about achieving health equity as well as teaching, training and developing the public health and healthcare workforce.

Manager of Insurance Education/Online Professor America’s Health - Insurance Plans (AHIP) and Old Dominion University

LORRAINE LAWSON-THOMPSON

#MyCommunityMatters

Juggling motherhood and advocating on behalf of the community became even more difficult as I approached the finish line, but I persevered. Assisting organizations such as the Flint Housing Commission, Bottles for the Babies and the North Flint Food Market Cooperative demonstrates my commitment to moving Flint Forward and to leave behind a legacy of service.

Community Advocate -North Flint Food Cooperative - Major: Sociology - Fall 2001 (BA)

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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - FLINT ALUMNI

“It takes guts to go after your dreams and goals” As immigrants from Vietnam, my parents demonstrated courage by moving to a foreign land and instilling in me the importance of education. Their dedication to education, coupled with attending the University of Michigan-Flint, allowed me to expand my boundaries, be free and find myself without restrictions. I persevered and hope to establish an educationally rich legacy for my children at my proud alma mater, the University of Michigan-Flint.

Data Analyst - Major: Marketing - Winter 2000 (BS)